Patient's question:
My older sister is pregnant and has been worrying a lot recently, afraid that the child might have any kind of problem. She consulted a doctor and asked, "What should pregnant women do to prevent cerebral palsy?!!"Doctor's answer:
Hello, don't worry. As long as the child is born healthily, they will still be healthy. Pregnant women should actively undergo early prenatal examinations to prevent congenital diseases in the fetus. They should quit bad habits such as smoking and drinking, and avoid the misuse of drugs. Prevent viral infections like influenza and rubella, and avoid contact with animals like cats and dogs, as these are also important points to prevent cerebral palsy. Avoid exposure to harmful and toxic substances such as radiation, as well as frequent ultrasound examinations, to effectively prevent cerebral palsy.During childbirth, or the delivery process, fetal asphyxia and intracranial hemorrhage caused by delivery are important factors or causes of cerebral palsy. Premature birth and difficult labor should be prevented. Medical staff should handle each stage of delivery carefully and meticulously, and provide proper treatment for difficult labor to effectively prevent cerebral palsy.
After the baby is born, within the first month, intensive care and proper feeding should be provided to prevent intracranial infections and brain injuries. Pregnant women with the following conditions should undergo prenatal examinations as early as possible: advanced maternal age (35 years or older) or the male partner being 50 years or older; a history of unexplained or unknown causes of miscarriage or premature birth; intellectual disability in the pregnant woman, or a family history of epilepsy, cerebral palsy, or other genetic conditions in either partner.
Wishing for a smooth and successful birth for the child.