Question
My sister’s baby is just over 5 months old. Since my sister fainted at the end of her childbirth due to exhaustion, the baby was delivered using forceps and inhaled some amniotic fluid. The baby stayed in the hospital for half a month. If the baby has cerebral palsy, what are the typical symptoms of pediatric cerebral palsy?
Answer
The typical symptoms of pediatric cerebral palsy are most commonly associated with one limb, with the upper limb being more severely affected than the lower limb, and the distal part more than the proximal. The face is usually not affected. Children with cerebral palsy often exhibit clear symptoms, characterized by reduced activity in the affected limb, a persistent clenched fist, and no reflexes. The forearm may be in a Bend position before flexion, and there may be a circular gait. In some patients, the affected limb may initially show lower muscle tone, which later becomes a state of paralysis.