What Causes Difficulty In Pronouncing The Letters L And R?

Posted on Wed, 17 Dec 2014

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Wed, 17 Dec 2014 Answered on

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Question : Hi..

I have problem in Pronouncing 'L' and 'R'..Is it curable ?..It embarrass me always..:'(

Thanks,
XXXX

Answered by Dr. Krunal Karade (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
You will need oral cavity, nasal cavity & larynx examination.

Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXXXXX ,
Thanks for the query.

I have read your query and understand your concern.

In my opinion , you will need oral cavity, nasal cavity & larynx examination for any anatomical malformation .
I would advice you , consult ENT specialist for examination & get it correct .

For pronouncing correction of 'L' and 'R' , you have to go through speech therapy by consulting speech therapist after ENT specialist .

Hope this information helpful to you .If you have any further questions I will be happy to help.

Regards.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj