Aphasia is a disorder that results from damage
to the language center of the brain. People
with aphasia may have difficulty communicating
and/or understanding language. The most common
cause of aphasia is stroke. Dysarthria or apraxia sometimes
accompany aphasia. A speech language pathologist
can diagnose and provide
therapy for aphasia. Therapy focuses on helping
you regain the ability to communicate and independence.
For
a medical emergency call 9-1-1 or the VMH
Emergency Dept. 637-4261; VMH
Main Phone (608) 637-2101 This
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purposes only and is not intended to replace information, diagnosis or treatment
recommended by a qualified medical professional.
