Dysarthria
Description
Dysarthria is a type of Speech Impairment that occurs as a result of Muscle Weakness in the Larynx or Mouth area. Unlike Aphasia, Dysarthria does not involve malfunction in Central Nervous System generation of Speech, rather Parasympathetic Nervous System delivery of Speech. Dysarthria involves unclear pronunciation (although the linguistic content and meaning are normal).
These Ailments may Cause Dysarthria
Nervous System
Dysarthria may occur as a result of Myasthenia Gravis.
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