Question
My son is 27 months old and can only say a few words; he can’t speak yet. We previously had an MRI done, and the report indicated ‘abnormal signals in the posterior horns of the lateral ventricles.’ What does this mean? What impact does this have on the child? Is it related to his inability to speak?
Answer
‘Abnormal signals in the posterior horns of the lateral ventricles’ refers to the presence of abnormal signals in a specific area of the brain. This may be related to the child’s speech ability, but further observation and diagnosis are needed. It is recommended that you take your child to the pediatric rehabilitation department of a children’s hospital for examination and treatment.Brain abnormalities may be associated with developmental delays, which could affect language development. Early treatment can help restore the child’s normal speech abilities. Don’t worry too much; proper guidance of his speech development is key.