Slurred Speech
Difficulty speaking clearly with slurred or slow speech, which can be a sign of stroke, neurological conditions, or intoxication.
What is Slurred Speech?
Slurred Speech is a symptom that people may experience for many reasons. It can be related to infections, chronic conditions, injuries, medication effects, or other health changes. The presence of this symptom alone does not diagnose any condition.
If you have Slurred Speech that is severe, persistent, or accompanied by other warning signs, contact a qualified healthcare provider.
Possible conditions associated with Slurred Speech
The following conditions have been associated with Slurred Speech. Only a health professional can determine the underlying cause.
Batten Disease
A group of rare inherited nervous system disorders that typically begin in childhood and progressively impair vision, mo...
Locked-In Syndrome
A rare neurological condition in which a person is conscious and aware but unable to move or speak because of paralysis ...
Moyamoya Disease
A rare, progressive condition in which arteries in the brain narrow, reducing blood flow and causing transient ischemic ...
Stroke
Sudden interruption of blood flow to the brain, causing rapid loss of brain function. Time-critical medical emergency.
Transient Ischemic Attack
A temporary episode of neurological dysfunction caused by a brief interruption of blood flow to the brain, often a warni...
Related symptoms
When to seek medical care
Seek urgent care if Slurred Speech is severe, sudden, or occurs with chest pain, difficulty breathing, confusion, severe weakness, or other serious symptoms.