What doctor or specialist should I go for aphasia?

Aphasia

Aphasia is a disorder in the part of the brain that controls language, making reading, writing and expressing what you want to say difficult.

To treat aphasia the most common doctors or specialists are:

Physiotherapist :

A physiotherapist is a professional specialized in the repair and restoration of physical mobility of patients who have suffered some type of physical trauma.

Doctor :

A doctor or family doctor is responsible for diagnosing and prescribing medical treatments to patients. The family doctor refers to patients where a specialist when a specific treatment is required.

Neurologist :

The neurologist is a doctor who treats nervous system disorders such as alternations of the brain, spinal cord, nerves, muscles.

Psychologist :

A psychologist is a mental health specialist who studies and understands people's behavior.

Occupational therapy :

Occupational therapy uses techniques through activities that promote and maintain people's health.

Speech language pathologist :

The speech therapist is the professional specialist in speech, language, social and cognitive communication and swallowing disorders.

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Remember that for the proper selection of health professional that treats aphasia you must consider the nature, severity and symptoms you are presenting.