Aphasia Causes & Risks

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Causes

Stroke

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Some causes of aphasia include:
  • Stroke (the most common cause)
  • Severe blow to the head
  • Gunshot wound
  • Other traumatic head injury
  • Brain tumor
  • Brain infection
  • Other brain conditions

Risk Factors

The following factor increases your chances of developing aphasia. If you have this risk factor, tell your doctor:

  • Middle-to-older age
  • Family history
  • Prior history of transient ischemic attacks (TIA)

Please be aware that this information is provided to supplement the care provided by your physician. It is neither intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice. CALL YOUR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER IMMEDIATELY IF YOU THINK YOU MAY HAVE A MEDICAL EMERGENCY. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider prior to starting any new treatment or with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Copyright © 2012 EBSCO Publishing All rights reserved.

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