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What Causes Slurred Speech?
Hi! I have somewhat of a slurred speech this morning and the way i found out was when I answered the phone. I don t seem to have any other symptoms. Checked blood pressure twice and both readings appeared to be normal (146/77; 139/79). I don t have a headache, dizziness, etc. Can you suggest what I should do? Thanks.
Fri, 16 Jun 2017
Hello,
Slurring of speech could be the first and preceding symptom of brain stroke. As your blood pressure seems to be on the higher side, I would recommend you to consult a physician and undergo complete work-up (especially blood sugars, lipid profile) and if deemed necessary after physical examination by your physician, you may have to undergo CT scan of brain too.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Bright Jebaraj S
Slurring of speech could be the first and preceding symptom of brain stroke. As your blood pressure seems to be on the higher side, I would recommend you to consult a physician and undergo complete work-up (especially blood sugars, lipid profile) and if deemed necessary after physical examination by your physician, you may have to undergo CT scan of brain too.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Bright Jebaraj S
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