Question
Newborns who experience hypoxia at birth may be diagnosed with cerebral palsy by doctors. What symptoms might children with cerebral palsy exhibit?
Answer
Children with cerebral palsy often exhibit symptoms such as abnormal posture and delayed motor development in infancy. Although brain damage or abnormal brain development is non-progressive, the clinical manifestations of brain damage often change as the injury repairs and develops. For instance, severe neonatal hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy may initially present with hypotonia, gradually transitioning to hypertonia. Balance disorders can affect a baby’s ability to sit, stand, and even walk. Secondary changes such as joint contractures and spinal deformities may also develop gradually. For cerebral palsy caused by hypoxia, it is recommended to follow the doctor’s guidance, and
