Aphasia is a neurological symptom that affects a person’s ability to communicate or understand verbal information. Doctors refer to these as “expressive” or “receptive” language a… See more

Treatment for aphasia depends on the underlying neurological cause. Some conditions, such as stroke or a traumatic brain injury, result in sudden changes. In these insta… See more

Lifestyle modifications have also been associated with slower rates of disease progression. Those who stay physically, socially, and mentally active progress at slower rate… See more

The impact of epilepsy-induced aphasia can be managed with medication and lifestyle changes that help control seizures. With sustained control of the seizure activity, pat… See more

Patients can also have aphasia directly due to tumor growth around the language areas of the brain. They can also have an indirect impact on language due to brain edema (swelling) o… See more