Is my speaking problem related to anarthria disorder?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I have a problem with speaking. I cannot speak fluently. I struggle with speech. I have doubts about anarthria disorder. Please tell me clarification of that disorder. My age is 22 years.

Answered by Dr. Anuja Rajendra Sonawane

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BASLP

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Ms. Anuja Sonawane is an Audiology and Speech Therapist with 21 years of clinical experience. She completed her Bachelor in Audiology & Speech Language Pathology (BASLP) from the Rehabilitation Council of India in 2002. She is a healthcare professional who identifies, assesses, and manages disorders of hearing, balance, and other neural systems. She is currently practicing in Maharashtra.

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Hello,

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Anarthria means inability to articulate clearly due to neurological conditions. It occurs usually in Parkinson's or stroke. it is unlikely that you might have any of the above at this age. It is very rare. What you might be having is stuttering.

Medically reviewed by Dr. K. Shobana
Published At April 28, 2018
Reviewed At January 30, 2024

Education:

BASLP

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Ms. Anuja Sonawane is an Audiology and Speech Therapist with 21 years of clinical experience. She completed her Bachelor in Audiology & Speech Language Pathology (BASLP) from the Rehabilitation Council of India in 2002. She is a healthcare professional who identifies, assesses, and manages disorders of hearing, balance, and other neural systems. She is currently practicing in Maharashtra.

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BDS

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Dr. K. Shobana is a Dental Surgeon specializing in oral health and dental care. She is skilled in preventive dentistry and provides oral hygiene education. She can do restorative treatments such as fillings and crowns. She can handle periodontal problems such as gum diseases and periodontitis. She can do root canal treatment.

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Ms. Anuja Sonawane is an Audiology and Speech Therapist with 21 years of clinical experience. She completed her Bachelor in Audiology & Speech Language Pathology (BASLP) from the Rehabilitation Council of India in 2002. She is a healthcare professional who identifies, assesses, and manages disorders of hearing, balance, and other neural systems. She is currently practicing in Maharashtra.

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