Patient's question:
My sister's child is currently being breastfed. I noticed that she keeps arching her back, and she doesn't seem to be eating much. Is it possible that arching back while breastfeeding indicates cerebral palsy?Doctor's answer:
It's not necessarily the case. It could be that the child isn't hungry or doesn't want to breastfeed, or they might be quite mischievous and just want to play. Of course, we can't rule out the possibility of cerebral palsy either. If, apart from squirming while feeding, there are no other abnormal behaviors, there's no need to worry. Otherwise, it's best to take the child to the hospital for a check-up promptly. Different causes can lead to different symptoms, and patients need to receive systematic and standardized examinations at a reputable top-tier hospital as soon as possible based on their specific condition. This is the only way to diagnose accurately and recover quickly.