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Communication and swallowing impairments that may result from blast injuries (in isolation or combination):
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Cognitive communication impairments related to traumatic brain injury (TBI)
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Swallowing impairments
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Aphasia (due to stroke or focal traumatic brain injury)
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Motor speech impairment
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Oral and facial burns or other trauma that impacts communication
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Smoke inhalation and resulting laryngeal trauma that impacts communication
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Medical conditions requiring trach and vent
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Hearing loss
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