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Aphasia

Aphasia is a disorder caused by damage to the parts of the brain that control language. It can make it hard for you to read, write, and speak.

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Definition

Aphasia is a disorder caused by damage to the parts of the brain that control language. It can make it hard for you to read, write, and speak.

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Aphasia
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