Acquired Epileptic Aphasia

Acquired Epileptic Aphasia, also known as Landau-Kleffner syndrome, is a rare condition that affects children who develop epilepsy and experience a significant loss of language abilities. This disorder typically occurs after a period of normal language development. The child may suddenly struggle to speak or understand language, often linked to seizures, which can disrupt communication skills. Treatment usually involves managing the seizures and providing speech therapy to help regain language abilities. The condition highlights the close relationship between brain function, speech, and communication.