Delayed Stroke Treatment and Wernicke’s Aphasia
Proper treatment of a stroke requires speed—a quick recognition of the problem and a promptly delivered treatment is imperative for maintaining brain function, reducing the chance for severe damage and loss of cognitive abilities. However, if a physician does not treat or diagnose a stroke victim quickly, the patient may develop severe brain damage.
One type of brain damage associated with delayed treatment is a serious language disorder known as Wernicke’s aphasia. If someone you love has suffered delayed treatment after a stroke, resulting in Wernicke’s aphasia or other complications, contact the experienced Pennsylvania medical malpractice attorneys of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C., at 610-667-7511 today.
Understanding Language after a Stroke
Wernicke’s aphasia also is known as receptive aphasia because it alters the way a person processes language after receiving communication. This language disorder can render a person incapable of understanding language. They may retain their hearing completely, but they lose the ability to make sense of anyone speaking to them. The following are several symptoms linked to receptive aphasia:
- Loss of language comprehension skills
- Use of made-up words in regular speech
- Use of incorrect words
- Use of random strings of words, also known as word salad
Receptive aphasia can prevent a person from communicating with his or her loved ones. It can also force a person to stop working due to an inability to understand communication. This can lead to a loss of wages and other stressful situations.
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If you or someone you love has suffered a stroke but did not receive prompt medical assistance, legal action may help you receive the financial compensation you deserve. To discuss the details of your case with an experienced advocate, contact the Pennsylvania delayed treatment lawyers of Lowenthal & Abrams, P.C., by calling 610-667-7511 today.