Aphasia Aphasia is a total or partial loss of the ability to use words. The loss may be caused by brain injury or disease. It is most often caused by a stroke that damages the brain's language center. Some people quickly and completely recover from aphasia after a stroke. Others may have permanent speech and language problems.
Speech problems can range from trouble finding words to being unable to speak at all.
Some people have problems understanding what others are saying or have trouble with reading, writing or math. In other cases, someone with aphasia may have trouble talking but can understand what others say perfectly. Each person's speech and language problem is unique. A language professional can help set up a treatment plan and help others understand an aphasic person's needs. Aneurysm An aneurysm is a ballooning-out of the wall of an artery, vein or the heart due to weakening of the wall by disease, injury or an abnormality present at birth.