Question

Cerebral palsy is a common childhood neurological developmental disorder, and many parents worry that their children may be affected. What symptoms do infants with cerebral palsy typically exhibit?

Answer

Cerebral palsy generally refers to a central nervous system motor disorder caused by non-progressive brain damage or abnormal brain development due to various reasons within the first month after birth. Clinical manifestations include abnormal posture and muscle tone, muscle weakness, involuntary movements, and ataxia, often accompanied by sensory, cognitive, communication, behavioral impairments, and secondary skeletal muscle abnormalities, as well as a risk of seizures. The causes of cerebral palsy in infants are usually related to prenatal and postnatal care factors, so parents need to pay attention to prenatal and postnatal care to prevent the disease. Once a child exhibits these symptoms…