Question
A premature baby experienced an extended labor process, stopped breathing shortly after birth, and was only revived after medical intervention. However, the baby now has difficulties in lifting the head and walking. What are the symptoms of cerebral palsy in premature babies?
Answer
Premature babies with cerebral palsy may exhibit the following symptoms: difficulties in breastfeeding, such as being unable to suckle, weak suction, or refusal to breastfeed; overly quiet behavior, with faint or persistent crying; decreased spontaneous movement, low muscle tone, and overall weakness; stiffness of the whole body, frequent thrashing, increased muscle tone, possibly escaping from the cradle, with the head backbending, sometimes tilting to one side, and both lower limbs being rigidly extended; prone to startling, seizures, screaming, or showing restlessness; and abnormal posture, such as inwardly folded upper limbs, internal rotation of hands into fists. Treatment