Question
My child is just one week old, but the doctor has diagnosed them with cerebral palsy. I would like to know what causes cerebral palsy in children? Can cerebral palsy be treated? What should I be particularly aware of?
Answer
Hello, I’m glad to help you with this: Your child has been diagnosed with cerebral palsy at just one week old. This condition could be due to viral or bacterial infections during pregnancy, perhaps symptoms of ischemia and hypoxia during childbirth, or possibly respiratory distress syndrome after birth. Regardless of the entire pregnancy or the birthing period, it’s important to regularly visit the hospital for close observation, and to address any issues as soon as they arise.