Question
After my daughter turned six months old, I noticed that she behaves differently from other children. She only looks in one direction, can’t turn her head, can’t lift her head, her limbs are not flexible, and she can’t grasp things or suck her fingers. I’m very worried that she might have cerebral palsy. What are the causes of cerebral palsy in children?
Answer
The causes of pediatric cerebral palsy mainly include three aspects: 1. Prenatal factors: Genetic factors and chromosomal abnormalities may be one of the causes of cerebral palsy, especially if there is a family history of epilepsy, cerebral palsy, and intellectual disability. 2. Delivery factors: Preterm birth before 32 weeks, breech presentation, birth weight less than 2000g, and fetal malformation are the most important risk factors for cerebral palsy. Asphyxia, amnionitis, abnormal presentation, and umbilical cord shortness are also important high-risk factors. 3. Postnatal factors: Neonatal seizures are the most important risk factor for cerebral palsy, and newborns weighing less than 2500g requiring special care may face higher risks. I hope this information helps you better understand the causes of pediatric cerebral palsy.