Question
Does a newborn baby who is rarely fussy, has weak suckling, and has difficulty swallowing possibly have cerebral palsy?
Answer
Cerebral palsy, commonly referred to as brain palsy, typically refers to a motor disorder of the central nervous system caused by non-progressive brain damage or various reasons leading to abnormal brain development from birth to one month after birth. Clinically, it is characterized by abnormal posture and muscle tone, muscle weakness, involuntary movements, and ataxia, often accompanied by sensory, cognitive, communication, and behavioral issues as well as skeletal muscle abnormalities, and may be associated with seizures. For dietary treatment of cerebral palsy, it is recommended to choose easily digestible, nutritious, and high-protein foods, as proteins are closely related to brain memory and thinking activities. Additionally,Consuming foods rich in vitamin A can boost immunity and support brain development.