Patient's question:
Family members recently had a new grandson, which made them very happy. However, it's almost five months now, and they've heard he can't grab things with his hands and rarely laughs. He just seems vacant. Everyone finds it strange and fears he might be sick. A friend mentioned it could be cerebral palsy. So, what are the common symptoms of this condition?What kind of help is needed: How can early childhood cerebral palsy be identified? What are the signs?
Doctor's answer:
But it has been almost five months, and it is said that they still cannot grab things with their hands, and they rarely smile, looking vacant. Everyone finds it strange, fearing they might have some illness. A friend mentioned it could be cerebral palsy. So, what are the common symptoms of this condition? If it is cerebral palsy, it can be inferred from the following:No smiling: If they cannot smile gently at 2 months or laugh loudly at 4 months, it can be diagnosed as intellectual disability.
Fist clenching: If they cannot open their hands at 4 months, or if their thumb is retracted inward, especially if it occurs on one upper limb, it is of significant diagnostic importance.