How is aphasia diagnosed?

How is aphasia diagnosed?

Diagnosing aphasia takes a combination of a physical exam, asking questions about your history, diagnostic imaging and testing, and more. In some cases, a healthcare provider will recommend running several tests to rule out other conditions or causes that might cause effects similar to those seen with aphasia. Some examples of this include:

• Sensory and nerve function tests. These tests will make sure that hearing problems or nerve damage aren't the cause behind a problem that seems like aphasia.
• Cognitive and memory tests. These tests ensure the problem isn't with the person’s thinking ability or memory.
• Diagnostic and imaging tests. These tests look for lesions or signs of damage to the relevant part of the brain.