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(F80.1) Expressive language disorder
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259 516 in individuals diagnosis expressive language disorder confirmed
Diagnosis expressive language disorder is diagnosed Men are 48.36% more likely than Women
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Men receive the diagnosis expressive language disorder
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Women receive the diagnosis expressive language disorder
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease expressive language disorder - Men and Women aged 5-9
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-29, 35-44, 55-79
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 30-34, 45-54, 80-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 20-24, 30-39, 45-49, 65-69, 90-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-19, 25-29, 40-44, 50-64, 70-89
Disease Features expressive language disorder
Absence or low individual and public risk
Expressive language disorder - what does this mean
Expressive language disorder is a communication disorder that affects a person's ability to effectively use words to express themselves. it is characterized by difficulty in producing speech, such as difficulty in finding the right words, difficulty in producing sentences, and difficulty in using correct grammar. this disorder can be caused by a variety of factors, including neurological problems, hearing loss, cognitive delays, and social or emotional problems.
What happens during the disease - expressive language disorder
Expressive language disorder is a communication disorder that affects the ability to produce spoken language. it is caused by a disruption in the neurological pathways that normally support language development. this disruption can be caused by a variety of factors, including genetic predisposition, environmental factors, or neurological damage. additionally, it can be caused by a combination of the aforementioned factors. the result is difficulty in producing words, sentences, and other forms of communication.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Gather information from family, caregivers, teachers, and other professionals.
- Observe the patient's behavior in different settings.
- Conduct a comprehensive language assessment.
- Administer standardized tests to assess language skills.
- Check for any physical or neurological issues.
- Evaluate the patient’s cognitive abilities.
- Compare the patient’s language development with peers.
- Assess the patient’s ability to interact with others.
- Analyze the patient’s speech and language patterns.
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To improve expressive language skills.
- Encourage verbal communication in a supportive environment.
- Provide speech therapy to improve speech production.
- Provide language therapy to improve understanding and use of language.
- Encourage use of non-verbal communication strategies such as gestures and facial expressions.
- Provide social skills training to help with social interaction.
- Teach strategies to help with organizing thoughts and expressing them in a clear manner.
- Provide auditory training to help with processing spoken language.
- Use visual aids to help with understanding and expressing language.
- Provide adapted materials to make learning easier.
- Encourage use of technology to improve communication skills.
15 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Expressive language disorder - Prevention
Prevention of expressive language disorder involves early and frequent exposure to language, including reading aloud to children, talking to them about their interests, and encouraging them to talk about their feelings and experiences. additionally, providing a stimulating and supportive home environment, and ensuring access to language therapy and other interventions when needed, can help prevent the development of expressive language disorder.