Question
My child is born with cerebral palsy, and in addition to unsteady walking and delayed development, why does he also experience excessive drooling? It’s especially severe during mealtime, and seeing him like this makes me not want to eat. I want to understand what causes this condition.
Answer
The excessive drooling in cerebral palsy children is caused by swallowing dysfunction due to poor brain development. Cerebral palsy often occurs during prenatal or infancy stages, possibly due to congenital injury, neonatal hypoxia, or preterm birth. The main symptoms include increased muscle tone and difficulty swallowing. It is recommended to actively seek medical examination and take appropriate treatment measures according to the doctor’s advice.