Patient's question:
My wife had a cold in the first three months of her pregnancy. Tests showed no virus, and she did not take any medication. The daughter was born with a difficult delivery (forceps were used), but there was no significant oxygen deprivation after birth, and no resuscitation was needed. There is no history of genetic or metabolic diseases in the family. The child could sit at 9 months and crawl at 10 months, with no other abnormalities. Starting at 18 months, symptoms such as poor balance when standing, inability to walk, the ability to make sounds but poor language skills, and strabismus (crossed eyes) appeared. At that time, the condition was diagnosed as cerebral palsy. After nearly six months of rehabilitation training, there was no improvement, so an MRI was performed in November 2006, which showed atrophy of the cerebellum and medulla oblongata. The local West China Second University Hospital suspected this disease might be NCL. In February 2007, the child was admitted to Peking University Maternity and Child Hospital.Doctor's answer:
The child's current symptoms, including strabismus, are caused by hypoxia-induced underdevelopment of the brain, which can be diagnosed as cerebral palsy. The condition itself will not worsen, but if rehabilitation training is not provided, joint deformities may become worse.The most important thing now is treatment. First, medication should be used to promote brain development. Here, Chinese medicine Guilong Nao Kang is recommended, while also combining rehabilitation training, including standing, walking, running, and jumping. Speech training should also be conducted, starting with single words and gradually increasing the complexity, with the goal of clear articulation rather than speed.
There is no need for any more unnecessary tests. Early treatment is crucial. If the child gets any older, it will be difficult for you to carry them.