Question
When a newborn is lying on their stomach, they are unable to lift their head. This could be due to hypoxia or other factors. What specific symptoms of cerebral palsy may manifest in newborns?
Answer
The symptoms of cerebral palsy in newborns may include: difficulty with breastfeeding, such as stopping after suckling, coughing up milk, or feeling tired after suckling; excessive crying or continuous crying; spontaneous movement reduction, low muscle tone, and overall weakness; high muscle tone, often pulling out from sputum, tilting the head backward, sometimes tilting the head to one side, and straightening the lower limbs; prone to seizures, spasms, screaming, or irritability; and abnormal postures such as adduction, internal rotation, and fist clenching. These symptoms require the attention of both parents and doctors for early diagnosis and treatment.