Patient's question:
My baby is already six months old, but he still can't roll over and his legs don't jump either. He doesn't show much expression when he sees family members. Usually, it's hard to tell if he has any joyful, angry, happy, or sad expressions. I'm very worried—could he be a cerebral palsy child as mentioned in legends? What are the symptoms of cerebral palsy in premature babies?Doctor's answer:
1, Very "sensitive" or "excited" normal newborns (especially low birth weight infants) may appear "excited" or "sensitive" when hungry, but they are prone to cerebral palsy even when not hungry.2, Excessive irritability, persistent crying, difficulty falling asleep, general weakness, limbs are either limp or stiff. Some parents even report "this child cries all night." Approximately 30% of children with cerebral palsy exhibit similar severe "cold colic" symptoms and sudden severe crying within three months after birth.
3, Frequent spitting up, frequent mouth opening, tongue constantly sticking out, few or many movements, repetitive movements. This type of cerebral palsy symptom is usually an early symptom of cerebral palsy.