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Could aphasia cause me to suddenly start using a similiar word in place of the word that i mean?

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Perhaps: At your age, if you suffer migraine, an aura might cause full-blown transient aphasia. Insufficient blood flow associated with stroke issues could also cause transient speech problems. Stress often affects our speech, and depression often blunts communication. Just to be safe, check with your usual doctor to pin down.

Answered 2/8/2021

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