Patient's question:
From the very beginning when the child started breastfeeding, it was easy for her to choke on milk, but it was not taken seriously. It was always thought to be because the child was too young. However, as the months went by, it was discovered that her hearing was not very good either. Sometimes, when objects were moved around in front of her, she seemed not to hear them at all, showing no interest whatsoever.Doctor's answer:
The manifestations of cerebral palsy vary due to different causes and classifications, but early symptoms are common, especially in infants within the first half of their life (within 6 months):1. Flaccidity and decreased spontaneous movement, which are symptoms of hypotonia. These can be observed as early as one month old. If they persist for more than 4 months, it may indicate severe brain damage, intellectual disability, or a muscular system disorder.
2. Stiffness in the body, which is a symptom of hypertonia. This can also be observed as early as one month old. If it persists for more than 4 months, it may be diagnosed as cerebral palsy.
3. Delayed response and no response to being called, which are early signs of intellectual disability. It is generally believed that delayed response occurs around 4 months, and no response to being called occurs around 6 months, which may indicate intellectual disability.
The above suggestions answer the question "What are the early warning signs of infantile cerebral palsy?" and hope it helps you. Wishing you well.