Question
I am four months pregnant and have undergone all normal checks at the hospital, but I am still worried about my child developing cerebral palsy after birth. How should I prevent cerebral palsy in children?
Answer
Cerebral palsy, commonly known as brain palsy, refers to a non-progressive central motor dysfunction in children caused by various reasons leading to substantial brain damage. In severe cases, it may be accompanied by intellectual disability, epilepsy, limb spasms, and impairments in visual, auditory, and language functions. Preventive measures include strengthening prenatal and perinatal care and tracking high-risk infants. Although the exact cause of cerebral palsy is still under study, monitoring and tracking high-risk newborns before and after birth are of great significance.