Patient's question:
The child with cerebral palsy is now fourteen years old. Their intelligence is severely impaired, and they cannot take care of themselves. Can they still be cured? As long as they can live independently, that would be fine.Doctor's answer:
Problem Analysis: Cerebral palsy exhibits a complex and diverse range of clinical manifestations. The occurrence of cerebral palsy can lead to sudden stiffness in children: In certain positions, such as when a child is placed in a supine position, it is difficult to bend their body or hug them. Softness: An infant's head and neck are soft and cannot be lifted. When suspended, their limbs hang limply. The infant rarely moves. Developmental delay: Learning to lift their head, sit, and use their hands, but later than peers, and may use multiple parts of their body, such as: Some children frequently use one hand instead of both hands. Poor feeding: Difficulty with sucking and swallowing. The tongue often pushes milk and food out. Difficulty closing the mouth. Abnormal behavior: May cry, be fussy, have poor sleep, or be unusually quiet, sleep excessively, or not smile within 3 months.