Question 1

can dysarthria due to parkinsons' s disease be cured?

Accepted Answer

Control perhaps: Parkinson's disease is a progressive disorder, which responds to several medicines, but cannot be cured at this time.  The speech problems may respond to medication adjustments, and perhaps benefit if deep brain stimulation is used.  Sometimes speech therapy might work.

Question 2

what's the cause of dysarthria?

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Symptom not disease: Dysarthria is a condition or symptom of speech impairment due to strokes or other neuromuscular diseases.  It can be caused by a temporary (transient ischemic attack) or by more permanent causes of nerve damage.  The cure depends on the cause of the symptom.

Question 3

how can i deal with my dysarthria?

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Speech therapy: Contact both your doctor and a speech therapist, as the effort and time will be very gratifying.

Question 4

will my dysarthria eventually go away?

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I can't predict: You didn't mention the cause of your dysarthria but if it's reversible, then potentially your speech issues can be fixed (right?). However, if your dysarthria is caused by a stroke, it's less likely, at least not w/o extensive ; intensive speech therapy. In fact, you should ask your st for his/her opinion.

Question 5

any suggestions for treating dysarthria?

Accepted Answer

Dysarthria: Dysarthria can be caused by many issues and some of them are serious (stroke, masses, etc).  See your regular doctor for an evaluation.  It usually improves with time in most cases but some issues can be permanent.

Question 6

please tell me if dysarthria can be cured?

Accepted Answer

Symptom not disease: Dysarthria is a condition or symptom of speech impairment due to strokes or other neuromuscular diseases.  It can be caused by a temporary (transient ischemic attack) or by more permanent causes of nerve damage.  The cure depends on the cause of the symptom.

Question 7

what can i do to improve my speech if i have dysarthria?

Accepted Answer

Speech therapy: If you possess structural complications over head and neck, perhaps get an opinion from an otolaryngologist, and consider that some jaw dental disorders may play a role.  A speech therapist can often transform even chronic and resistant dysarthria.

Question 8

any ideas of speech improvement for dysarthria?

Accepted Answer

Neurological deficit: Dysarthria is a neurologic problem of cranial nerves 9, 10, 12 which impairs the ability to speak normally. I am not sure how much improvement is possible but a speech therapist may be able to help.

Question 9

unexplained dysarthria and dystonia. why?

Accepted Answer

Unknown: After through evaluation by neurologist, speech therapist, etc, some diseases take time to diagnose.

Question 10

can dysarthria due to  acute stroke be cured?

Accepted Answer

Can be improved: Speech therapists help immensely, and are very successful with dysarthria.  Occupational therapists may provide additional support.  Some medications, such as Ritalin (methylphenidate) may improve dysphasia, and occasionally help dysarthria.  So, lots of support out there.  Get involved in a rehab program.

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