Question
My sister’s child was recently born, and the doctor said there might be symptoms of cerebral palsy. What are the characteristics of cerebral palsy?
Answer
Cerebral palsy often occurs before or during infancy, possibly due to congenital damage or hypoxia. The main symptoms include muscle tension, difficulty with abduction, muscle hypertrophy, and joint contracture. Mild cases may manifest as weak hand movements, inability to touch the ground with the heel when walking, and may also be accompanied by language and motor impairments, visual problems, and some patients may have epilepsy and intellectual disabilities.