DYSARTHRIA
⁃ Neurologically speaking, dysarthria refers to speech abnormalities caused by nerve damage to areas commonly in charge of vocalizing.⁃ For people with MS, this nerve damage is typically the result of demylenation.
⁃ MANAGEMENT
⁃ The Multiple Sclerosis Foundation (MSF) encourages those who have trouble speaking to seek out the advice of their neurologist.
⁃ A speech language patholigist can be an important part of your MS care team. They can test your speech to identify your chief limitations and offer appropriate therapy that can include help with breathing and moving your facial muscles.
⁃ Triggers for speech problems may be the same things that trigger other MS symptoms, so keep this in mind. If you’re tired, anxious, or stressed, it’s likely to show up in problems with speech.
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