What are the symptoms of cerebral palsy?
Disease description:
My baby's facial expressions seem different from those of other babies. I'm worried it might be cerebral palsy. What are the symptoms of cerebral palsy?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Lv Zhiqin
Cerebral palsy is a neurodevelopmental disorder that affects movement control and posture. Common symptoms include:
1. Movement disorders: characterized by poor self-control, such as inability to grasp objects with both hands, difficulty walking, and impaired chewing and swallowing.
2. Postural disorders: instability of the body when sitting, with a tendency to lean to one side or sway back and forth.
3. Intellectual disabilities: developmental intelligence below that of peers,表现为 impaired cognitive and learning abilities.
4. Language disorders: difficulty with verbal expression, unclear articulation, and impaired daily communication.
5. Visual and auditory impairments: may include strabismus, amblyopia, visual field defects, and hearing loss.
6. Growth retardation: growth indicators such as height and weight are below normal standards.
7. Dental developmental disorders: characterized by brittle teeth that are prone to fracture.
8. Emotional and behavioral disorders: such as stubbornness, irritability, excessive mood swings, and sometimes obsessive or aggressive behaviors.
These symptoms may occur individually or concurrently. It is recommended that patients with cerebral palsy seek timely medical attention.
