Question
My sister already has a boy, and she hopes to have a girl. Last year, my sister gave birth to a girl. However, she now feels that the child’s development is not normal and different from other children. She cannot grasp things, and she needs support to walk. I would like to know what symptoms are associated with cerebral palsy in children?
Answer
The symptoms of cerebral palsy in the neonatal period include:
- Difficulties in Breastfeeding: The child may not suck after feeding, have weak suction, refuse to suck, or feel tired after feeding;
- Excessive Crying: Excessive crying or continuous crying;
- Reduced Spontaneous Movement: Hypotonia, weakness, showing a rigid body, good striking and muscle tension;
- Respiratory Problems: Frequent expectoration;
- Abnormal Head Posture: Head extension, sometimes tilting to one side, with both lower limbs extended;
- Seizures: Suspected seizures, screaming, or signs of restlessness;
- Abnormal Posture: Such as inwardly rotated limbs, inwardly rotated fists;
- Inattention: 1-3-month-old infants may not pay attention to people, or their eyes do not follow the eyes;
- Unstable Head: There may be an unstable head condition. Please note that the above are some common symptoms of cerebral palsy, and specific symptoms may vary due to individual differences. If your sister’s daughter shows these symptoms, it is recommended to consult a professional doctor for further diagnosis and treatment.