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Aphasia is a neurological disorder caused by damage to the portions of the brain that are responsible for language. Primary signs of the disorder include difficulty in expressing oneself when speaking, trouble understanding speech, and difficulty with reading and writing. Aphasia is not a disease, but a symptom of brain damage. Most commonly seen in adults who have suffered a stroke, aphasia can also result from a brain tumor, infection, head injury, or dementia that damages the brain. It is est... 
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A stroke happens when blood flow to the brain stops. There are two different kinds of stroke. The most common is an ischemic stroke, caused by a blood clot that blocks a blood vessel or artery in the brain. The other, less common, is a hemorrhagic stroke, caused when a blood vessel in the brain ruptures and spills blood into the surrounding tissue. Brain cells in the area begin to die, either because they stop getting the oxygen and nutrients they need to function, or they are killed by the rupt...
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Aphasia as related to Stroke
- Aphasia Information | Internet Stroke Center
Aphasia usually occurs suddenly, often as the result of a stroke or head injury, ... groups such as stroke clubs. What research is being done for aphasia? ...
- Aphasia information for the layperson. Plain english info on home ...
Aphasia information for caregivers, families, and survivors ... A stroke, tumor or brain injury can suddenly thrust a person into the unknown ...
- Aphasia, Apraxia and Stroke Victim, Treatment Communication Device
Lingraphica, a communication device for aphasia, apraxia and stroke victims, with a vocabulary of pictures that talk in a natural human voice. Medicare accepted.
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In 1983 I began using insulin for my Type-2 DIABETES. In May of 1995 I had a severe stroke. Because of the stroke and the resulting aphasia, I am totally disabled.
- Aphasia Information Page: National Institute of Neurological Disorders ...
Aphasia information sheet compiled by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) ... have suffered a stroke, aphasia can also result ...
- Aphasia
Aphasia usually occurs suddenly, often as the result of a stroke or head injury, ... his or her family adjust to the life changes that accompany stroke and aphasia. ...
- National Aphasia Association
... education, research, and services for people with aphasia and their families. Includes facts about the condition, ... Aphasia Handbook : A Guide for Stroke ...
- Aphasia Treatment - Learn About Aphasia Treatment After A Stroke
Aphasia treatments are important after stroke. ... Aphasia treatment is an extremely important aspect of life after a stroke which ...
- Picturing Aphasia
Picturing Aphasia: Documentary film about aphasia, stroke therapy video, speech ... This damage can come from a traumatic brain injury or a stroke. ...
- Aphasia - MedlinePlus
Aphasia ... Aphasia(National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke) - Short Summary ... Aphasia vs. Apraxia(American Stroke Association) ...
- Stroke & Aphasia
A Stroke & Heart Club! ... Newsletters 2 this the News Letters from Stroke and Aphasia Club and other. ... kind of links (stroke, aphasia, heart, etc.) toward ...
- Aphasia Institute | Welcome
The Aphasia Institute is a non-profit, provincially incorporated charitable ... Stroke Foundation of Ontario, Canadian Stroke Network and the Aphasia Institute ...
- aphasia: Definition from Answers.com
... Aphasia: Causes and symptoms Diagnosis Treatment Prognosis Prevention Resources Aphasia ... Stroke is the most common cause of aphasia in the United States. ...
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Regional EMS Council of New York City Designated Stroke Centers ... which reduces the dangers of stroke and the resulting possibility of aphasia. ...
- Speech & Language therapy after Stroke, Aphasia or Brain-injury
Stroke, aphasia, brain-injury therapy for Speech & Language recovery. ... Speech & language recovery after stroke, aphasia or brain injury ...
- Types of Aphasia
Excerpted from "The Language of Aphasia," Stroke Connection Magazine, May/June 2003 ... A stroke that affects the left side of the brain may lead to aphasia, a ...
- National Stroke Association
National voluntary health care organization focusing on stroke prevention, treatment, rehabilitation, and research for stroke survivors/families.
- Welcome to the National Aphasia Association
Aphasia is always due to injury to the brain-most commonly from a stroke, ... National Stroke Association for tips on preventing strokes. Can aphasia be cured? ...
- Aphasia & Stroke Caregivers Guide
Welcome to the Aphasia and Stroke Caregivers GuideCaregiving is not for sissies! ... Post-Stroke Sleep Patterns. Locate Aphasia Articles and Resources Here ...
- What is Aphasia - Common Aphasias
Over 20% of all people who suffer a stroke develop some form of aphasia. ... Aphasia Treatment in Stroke Side Effects of Coumadin, Plavix and Other Blood ...
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