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What Cause Slurred Speech After An Open Heart Surgery?
Question: My father just had an open heart surgery. Now, he is not able to speak and only opens mouth to mumble words. The doctor at the hospital did CAT scan, MRI and EEG and they could not figure out the problem.
Brief Answer:
Recovery should occur soon
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.
Most likely there is possibility of injury to brain during surgery.
In view of normal MRI and eeg, the injury may be mild.
The recovery should occur in terms of speech disturbances soon.
Wishing good health and early recovery.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Do get back to me for further queries.
Regards
Dr N Kumar
Neurologist
Recovery should occur soon
Detailed Answer:
Hello,
I have gone through your question and understand your concerns.
Most likely there is possibility of injury to brain during surgery.
In view of normal MRI and eeg, the injury may be mild.
The recovery should occur in terms of speech disturbances soon.
Wishing good health and early recovery.
Hope you found the answer helpful.
Do get back to me for further queries.
Regards
Dr N Kumar
Neurologist
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