Patient's question:
When the child was young, they spoke with stutters and stammers. At first, I thought it was because the child was too young and couldn't organize their speech well. Because the child would stutter when saying a word or two. But now the child is five years old, and they still stutter when speaking, making it difficult to communicate with others. What can be done about the child's stuttering?Doctor's answer:
The child has a stutter in speech. It is best to first go to the hospital for a thorough examination, as this condition could also be caused by an issue with the lingual frenulum. If the diagnosis confirms that the problem is due to the lingual frenulum, it is essential to receive timely treatment. Generally, early detection and early treatment can lead to recovery in the vast majority of cases. If the issue is ruled out as a medical problem, parents should focus on exercising the child's language skills. If conditions permit, enrolling them in a language training class could also be beneficial.