Patient's question:
The child's growth and development are slow. Up to now, they still cannot walk. Even when sitting, they need to lean on something. Moreover, their motor responses are relatively slow. They also have difficulty speaking clearly, only being able to say a few simple words. Additionally, their limbs lack coordination, and they cannot control their bowel and bladder functions. For this situation, I am very worried and suspect it might be cerebral palsy.Doctor's answer:
The early symptoms of cerebral palsy in children are characterized by persistent crying and difficulty falling asleep, sensitivity to noise and changes in posture, feeding and care difficulties, as well as developmental delays and abnormalities. These are often accompanied by intellectual disabilities, language, and visual cognitive impairments. As the child grows, it gradually manifests as muscle stiffness, abnormal reflexes, postural abnormalities, and even muscle contractures, joint deformities and dislocations, as well as fractures.There are many treatment methods for cerebral palsy, but all aim to alleviate its symptoms. According to current medical science, cerebral palsy cannot be completely cured. In this regard, it is necessary to be mentally prepared. Treating cerebral palsy requires perseverance. Parents and doctors must work closely together to develop training plans, evaluate their effectiveness, and correct unreasonable training methods under the guidance of a doctor.