Question
A 2-month-old boy, after moving to a new home, while playing in the neighborhood below, saw a child who seemed very dull and had a dazed look. I suspect he might have cerebral palsy. What are the symptoms of cerebral palsy in infants?
Answer
Cerebral palsy may manifest in the following ways:
- Easily irritable or excessively quiet
- Recurrence of the phenomenon of opisthotonos (not lying on the body when picked up)
- During breastfeeding, the nipple is pushed out and there is weak suction
- Unable to sit up independently
- Inability to grasp objects The treatment methods for cerebral palsy vary depending on the patient’s condition. Therefore, it is recommended to go to a professional hospital for detailed testing as soon as possible to develop a treatment plan tailored to the condition.