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Can Speech Impairment Be Caused By Medications?

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Posted on Mon, 20 Nov 2023
Question: Yesterday afternoon my mother in law couldn't talk, she is alert and wanted too but just couldn't. She thought it was a reaction to medicine she took, not sure. I am very concerned. What could cause this?
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Answered by Dr. Neeraj Kumar (8 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
Get her examined by a neurologist

Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have gone through your question and understand your concern.
Possibility of stroke is likely.
You should get her examined by a neurologist and get a CT scan or MRI head.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Do get back to me for further information.
Regards
Dr N Kumar
Neurologist
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Can Speech Impairment Be Caused By Medications?

Brief Answer: Get her examined by a neurologist Detailed Answer: Hello, I have gone through your question and understand your concern. Possibility of stroke is likely. You should get her examined by a neurologist and get a CT scan or MRI head. Hope you found the answer helpful. Do get back to me for further information. Regards Dr N Kumar Neurologist