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Dysarthria is a neurogenic speech disorder caused by dysfunctional or damaged innervation to the speech musculature (tongue, lips, soft palate, facial muscles, larynx). Generally, in flaccid dysarthria oral musculature is weak (paresis), or there is significant low muscle tone. In some cases there can even be paralysis. Dysarthria is usually characterized by difficulty in vegetative functioning. Children with dysarthria usually have early sucking, chewing and swallowing challenges. They may also drool for a lengthy period of time. They stick with very soft foods to digest. They also may gag or choke often.
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