### Comment:
What are the potential long-term health effects of exposure to chemical warfare agents?

### REPLY:
Chemical warfare agents can cause various long-term health effects. For example, nerve agents like sarin can lead to convulsions, paralysis, and even death. Blister agents, such as mustard gas, can cause severe burns, respiratory damage, and permanent blindness. These effects can be intensified if the agents are inhaled or absorbed through the skin.