Symptoms
If you or your child experiences any of the following symptoms, do not assume it is due to dyslexia. These symptoms may be caused by other health conditions. If you or your child experiences any one of them over time, see your physician or pediatrician.
Symptoms include difficulty in the following areas:
- Learning to speak
- Reading and writing at grade level
- Organizing written and spoken language
- Learning letters and their sounds
- Learning number facts
- Spelling
- Learning a foreign language
- Correctly doing math problems
Diagnosis
Your doctor will ask about your or your child’s symptoms and medical history, and perform a physical exam (including hearing and vision tests). You then may be referred to an expert in learning disabilities, such as a school psychologist or learning specialist, for additional testing to determine if you or your child has dyslexia.
Tests given by the specialist may include the following:
- Cognitive processing tests (measure of thinking ability)
- IQ test (measure of intellectual functioning)
- Tests to measure speaking, reading, spelling, and writing skills
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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