Patient's question:
Recently, a couple in our hometown had a child with cerebral palsy. The child is already several months old but cannot be held upright; their body is very floppy, and their eyes don’t follow objects. They look a bit slow, and I’m quite worried that I might have a baby like that too. So, I’m wondering how to prevent cerebral palsy in the fetus.Doctor's answer:
Hello, it is important for pregnant women to regularly visit healthcare institutions for prenatal check-ups, as this ensures the health of both the mother and child, and also provides good prenatal and postnatal care. Brain development in the fetal stage is extremely rapid. If congenital infections occur, such as rubella (in the early stages of pregnancy) or toxoplasmosis, hepatitis virus, syphilis, etc., they can lead to severe cerebral palsy. For pregnant women, avoiding infectious diseases throughout the entire pregnancy is crucial for preventing cerebral palsy. Typically, pregnant women should not frequently visit public places to avoid infection and to ensure the normal development of the fetus.