Question
A premature baby experienced an extended labor process, resulting in no breathing at birth. Although saved, the baby showed symptoms such as not crying or fussing, inability to feed independently, weak head control and inability to stand up, and not walking one year later. Are these symptoms related to cerebral palsy?
Answer
Cerebral palsy is a syndrome characterized by posture and motor function impairments caused by non-progressive brain damage during the immature stage of brain development within the first month after birth. It is a common central nervous system disorder in early childhood, often accompanied by intellectual disabilities, epilepsy, behavioral abnormalities, mental disorders, as well as visual and auditory, and language impairments. Currently, complete cure for cerebral palsy is challenging, but appropriate treatment methods can still offer opportunities to control and alleviate the condition. It is recommended to adopt a combination of traditional Chinese medicine…