Question
Brother was affected by infantile paralysis and got married at the age of 30. His wife has some intellectual disability but can do household chores. Now, their son was born, but when the child is lying on his stomach, he cannot lift his head, his crying is soft, and the doctor said it might be cerebral palsy. What are the typical symptoms of pediatric cerebral palsy?
Answer
Many children with cerebral palsy have myopia or strabismus, especially internal strabismus. Children with Xu-type cerebral palsy often suffer from hearing loss. They usually have difficulty distinguishing the rhythm of sounds. Most patients will have language disorders, including difficulties in constructing words, unclear expression, or stammering, as well as the manifestation of aphasia. These symptoms may vary depending on the severity of the disease, but most children with cerebral palsy will be affected by their language abilities.