A lady can't speak but can tell by writing. Which of the following brain areas is affected?
Ans. (a) Broca's AreaRef: Harrison 19th ed. / 177* Brocas area damage is called expressive aphasia (non- fluent aphasia).* Pattern has loss of the ability to produce language (spoken or written).* Patient has insight to his problem and is frustrated.* Remember: Broca is broke. Speaks broken words.* Damage to paracentral lobule would lead to loss of control over urination and lead to urge incontinence.* Damage to insula leads to loss of hand eye coordination and loss of social skills.
Brocas area
Wernickes area
Paracentral lobule
Insula
Aphasia