Question
What are the symptoms of children with cerebral palsy? Which symptoms are most common? How should parents identify these symptoms in babies diagnosed with cerebral palsy in their first few months of life to provide appropriate supportive treatment?
Answer
Cerebral palsy is a condition caused by feeding problems during pregnancy, perinatal period, or shortly after birth. Early symptoms may include persistent crying, difficulty sleeping, sensitivity to noise and changes in position, as well as difficulties with feeding and care. During the developmental process, symptoms may include developmental delays and abnormalities. It often accompanies intellectual disabilities, language, and visual cognitive impairments. As they grow older, symptoms may gradually manifest as abnormal muscle tone, reflexes, and posture, even potentially leading to muscle spasms and joint deformities.