Slurred Speech
Difficulty speaking clearly with slurred or slow speech, which can be a sign of stroke, neurological conditions, or intoxication.
Conditions associated with slurred speech
The following conditions have been associated with slurred speech in medical literature. This is informational and not a diagnosis.
Tests providers may use to investigate slurred speech
When investigating slurred speech, a healthcare provider may order one or more of the following laboratory tests. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Cbc, Cmp, Ua, Thyroid, & Lipid Health Tests
Our standard health test panel includes thyroid testing, a CBC, CMP, Urinalysis, & Lipid Panel. These lab test...
Cholesterol & Lipid Test Panels
A complete cholesterol test (a lipid panel or lipid profile) is a blood test that can measure the amount of ty...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c)
Reflects average blood sugar over the past 2-3 months....
Homocysteine Levels Test
The homocysteine blood test is used to help determine heart disease, heart attack or stroke risks. If also can...
Lipid Panel
Measures cholesterol and triglycerides to assess cardiovascular risk....
Symptoms commonly seen alongside slurred speech
Confusion
Lack of clarity and coherence of thought, perception, understanding, or action....
Dizziness
A feeling of lightheadedness, unsteadiness, or faintness, which can be caused by many conditions....
Facial palsy
Facial nerve palsy is a dysfunction of cranial nerve VII (the facial nerve) that results in inability to contr...
Headache
Cephalgia, or pain sensed in various parts of the head, not confined to the area of distribution of any nerve....
Hemiparesis
Loss of strength in the arm, leg, and sometimes face on one side of the body. Hemiplegia refers to a complete ...
Visual loss
Loss of visual acuity (implying that vision was better at a certain time point in life). Otherwise the term re...
When to seek care
Seek care from a qualified healthcare provider if slurred speech is severe, persistent, worsening, or accompanied by concerning symptoms. If you think you have a medical emergency, call your local emergency number immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the symptom slurred speech mean?
Slurred Speech is a health sign or symptom described in medical literature. Difficulty speaking clearly with slurred or slow speech, which can be a sign of stroke, neurological conditions, or intoxication.
Which conditions are associated with slurred speech?
Slurred Speech has been reported in association with 2 conditions in the medical literature we index, including Stroke, Transient Ischemic Attack. These associations do not mean you have any of these conditions.
Should I see a doctor about slurred speech?
You should discuss any persistent or concerning symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider. This website does not provide diagnosis. If you have severe symptoms or signs of a medical emergency, seek care immediately.