Aphasia vs. Dysphagia

Aphasia vs. Dysphagia — Is There a Difference?
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Difference Between Aphasia and Dysphagia

Aphasianoun

(pathology) A partial or total loss of language skills due to brain damage. Usually, damage to the left perisylvian region, including Broca's area and Wernicke's area, causes aphasia.

Dysphagianoun

(pathology) Difficulty in swallowing.

Aphasianoun

inability to use or understand language (spoken or written) because of a brain lesion

Dysphagianoun

condition in which swallowing is difficult or painful

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