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What Causes Aphasia?
My wife had a stroke 15 years ago, attends her doctor every 3 months and is active, but has Aphasia. In the last 48 hours she has had difficulty in opening both eyes. Can you advise please my email is YYYY@YYYY Thank you Charles Deans
Wed, 29 Jan 2020
Hi,
Aphasia is often from brain damage due to a stroke. A new neurological problem such as difficulty opening eyes can be a sign of a new stroke needing immediate treatment.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Matt Wachsman, Addiction Medicine Specialist
Aphasia is often from brain damage due to a stroke. A new neurological problem such as difficulty opening eyes can be a sign of a new stroke needing immediate treatment.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Matt Wachsman, Addiction Medicine Specialist
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