What are the Common Types of Communication Disorders in Cancer Patients?
Communication disorders in cancer patients can be classified into several types:
Aphasia: Difficulty in understanding or producing speech, often due to brain tumors or stroke resulting from cancer. Dysarthria: Slurred or slow speech resulting from muscle weakness, common in head and neck cancers. Dysphonia: Voice disorders caused by tumors, surgery, or radiation affecting the larynx. Cognitive-communication disorders: Problems with memory, attention, and executive function, often seen in patients with brain cancer or those undergoing chemotherapy.
