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What Causes Stuttering In Elderly?
What can cause studdering for a 53 year old woman.who has never bone that. If its not a stork. What? It started 3 Weeks ago.my sister has never been like that. She can t keep thought together. They say it s stress. Are they just trying to push pills and not look
Thu, 28 May 2020
Hi,
Stuttering in elderly can often be due to neurogenic reasons. Stroke is the first cause to be ruled out. It can alter areas of their brain that control language processing and correct formulation of words. Any fall or bump that may have caused a concussion or recent stressful conditions can be the cause. CT brain and angiography should be done along with monitoring of blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Saranya Ramadoss, General & Family Physician
Stuttering in elderly can often be due to neurogenic reasons. Stroke is the first cause to be ruled out. It can alter areas of their brain that control language processing and correct formulation of words. Any fall or bump that may have caused a concussion or recent stressful conditions can be the cause. CT brain and angiography should be done along with monitoring of blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Saranya Ramadoss, General & Family Physician
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