Question
A child was diagnosed with white matter hypodensity lesions during a CT scan at 11 months old and has not yet learned to speak or walk independently. The main symptoms include crossing the legs with force, muscle stiffness, and the use of brain-nourishing and intelligence-enhancing drugs. However, the symptoms seem to have worsened, with an increase in the duration and frequency of crossing the legs. How should this condition be treated?
Answer
Based on the description, the child may have pediatric cerebral palsy. It is recommended to understand the child’s age, whether they walk on their toes, fine motor skills of the hands, motor coordination, and language expression abilities. Additionally, the ability to pick up items using two fingers is also an important observation point. For treatment, consider using traditional Chinese medicine to promote brain development. The causes of pediatric cerebral palsy may include birth injuries, neonatal jaundice, brain hypoxia, or preterm birth. The main symptoms include muscle stiffness…