Speech impairment
Alternative names:
aphasia; dysarthria; dysphasia; impairment of speech; inability to speak; language impairment; poor speech; slurred speech
Definition:
Any of several speech problems. - Dysarthria is difficult, poorly articulated speech.
- Aphasia is impaired expression or comprehension of written or spoken language.
Dysarthria is occasionally confused with aphasia. With aphasia there is a loss of ability (either partial or complete) to produce or comprehend speech; whereas, with dysarthria there is difficulty pronouncing words like "cat" or sounds like "sh" and "ba".
Considerations:
DYSARTHRIA
Dysarthria is generally apparent in daily conversation where there is difficulty expressing certain sounds or words.
Dysarthria is often caused by degenerative neurological disorders.
APHASIA
In some cases of aphasia, the problem eventually resolves itself, in others the condition is irreversible.
This term does not apply to children who have never developed communication skills. It only applies to the loss of communication skills previously learned.
Common causes:
DYSARTHRIA APHASIA Note: There may be other causes of speech impairment. This list is not all inclusive, and the causes are not presented in order of likelihood. The causes of this symptom can include unlikely diseases and medications. Furthermore, the causes may vary based on age and gender of the affected person, as well as on the specific characteristics of the symptom such as quality, time course, aggravating factors, relieving factors, and associated complaints. Use the Symptom Analysis option to explore the possible explanations for speech impairment, occurring alone or in combination with other problems.
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