Question
My son has cerebral palsy, and he appears weak, with unclear speech, weak movements, and a dull demeanor. His walking posture is also abnormal. What symptoms should I be vigilant about? What dietary habits should cerebral palsy patients pay attention to? What foods should be avoided?
Answer
The symptoms of cerebral palsy include joint contractures, spinal deformities, and secondary changes such as epilepsy, intellectual disability, sensory impairments, and behavioral disorders. Different types of cerebral palsy present differently, mainly divided into spastic and athetoid types. Cerebral palsy patients should pay attention to a balanced diet, avoid eating hard, difficult-to-chew foods to prevent swallowing difficulties.