Patient's question:
I am very worried about my child having cerebral palsy. The child cannot lift their head up all the time. I don't know if there is a lot of pain in the neck area. The child is crying all day and talking, and they can no longer walk. Should I take any medication? What are the methods for early identification of children with cerebral palsy?Doctor's answer:
Children with developmental delays can lift themselves, sit, and use both hands, but they may do so later than their peers. They might use multiple parts of their body, such as: some children often use one hand instead of two. Poor diet and swallowing difficulties. The tongue often pushes milk and food out. Difficulty closing the mouth. Abnormal behaviors may include crying, irritability, poor sleep, or being unusually quiet, sleeping too much, or not smiling within 3 months.