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Cerebral palsy is a group of disorders characterized by loss of movement or loss of other nerve functions. These disorders are caused by injuries to the brain that occur during fetal development or near the time of birt...
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Symptoms
Seizures; Muscle contractions; Difficulty sucking or feeding; Irregular breathing; Delayed development of motor skills,...
Causes
Cerebral palsy is caused by injuries to the cerebrum (the largest part of the brain), which occur as the baby grows in ...
Tests
In many cases, a doctor's examination indicates delayed development of motor skills. Infantile reflexes (such as suckin...
Treatments
There is no specific cure for cerebral palsy. The goal of treatment is to maximize independence. Treatment is guided by...
Drugs
Botulinum toxin (Botox), a highly effective treatment, is injected directly into the affected muscles. Alcohol or pheno...
Alternative Therapies
For organizations that provide support and additional information, see cerebral palsy resources.
Risk Factors
- ABO blood type incompatibility between mother and infant
- Encephalitis
- Hematoma, Subdural
Complications
Seizures; Injuries from falls; Reduced mobility; Reduced communication skills (sometimes; Reduced intellect (sometimes;...
Prevention
Adequate prenatal care may reduce the risk of some rare causes of cerebral palsy. However, dramatic improvements over t...
Doctor Specialties
Call your health care provider if symptoms of cerebral palsy develop, especially if you know that an injury occurred du...
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