Will babies with cerebral palsy gain weight

  Cerebral palsy in children is definitely a very unfortunate thing for every family, because it is also very difficult for mothers to conceive for ten months. Mom's hard work is not important. As long as the baby is healthy, the hard work is definitely worth it. However, for some babies with cerebral palsy, there is no way out. Will the weight of babies with cerebral palsy increase?

  

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  Will babies with cerebral palsy gain weight

  1. Yes, the risk of cerebral palsy in low birth weight newborns is four to six times higher than in normal weight newborns of the same age, and cerebral palsy is the most common cause of physical disability in children. This disease can affect the development of the central nervous system in the brain and cause functional impairment. The risk of cerebral palsy for large children increases by more than three times.

  2. The common symptoms of this type of child include involuntary movement, difficulty with balance function, and inability to walk normally, which may also affect the child's intellectual level. At present, there is no effective treatment for cerebral palsy. Drug therapy can only control epileptic seizures and muscle spasms, while surgical treatment can improve the patient's motor ability.

  Symptoms of cerebral palsy in babies

  1. Dental developmental disorders, loose texture, and easy folding. Oral and facial dysfunction, sometimes spasms or uncoordinated contractions of facial and tongue muscles, difficulty chewing and swallowing, difficulty closing the mouth, and drooling. Visual and auditory impairments, such as esotropia and difficulty in distinguishing the rhythm of sound, are most common.

  2. Emotional and behavioral disorders, such as stubbornness, stubbornness, irritability, and isolation, with significant emotional fluctuations, sometimes accompanied by compulsive, self harming, and aggressive behavior. Intellectual disability accounts for about 1/4 of children with normal intelligence, 1/2 of children with mild to moderate intellectual disabilities, and 1/4 of children with severe intellectual disabilities.

  The weight of a baby is definitely related to their diet. Children with cerebral palsy have their own intellectual problems and do not understand anything. So I don't know how to control my diet, I only know how to eat and don't know how to be full. After such a long time, the weight will definitely be heavier than other normal babies.

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