Question
My cousin’s child was a premature baby and had respiratory distress at birth. Later, the child became very quiet and unwilling to move. Three months later, the child couldn’t lift their head. A hospital examination revealed cerebral palsy. What are the characteristics of pediatric cerebral palsy?
Answer
Pediatric cerebral palsy is a complex syndrome characterized by various motor impairments that begin within the first month after birth due to non-progressive brain damage from an immature stage of brain development. The pathological changes mainly affects the brain, involving the limbs, and is often accompanied by intellectual disability, epilepsy, behavioral abnormalities, mental disorders, as well as visual, auditory, and speech impairments. It is recommended to undergo symptomatic treatment after diagnosis.