Subtle signs of cerebral palsy (CP) in babies often appear early but can be difficult to recognize because they may be mild or mistaken for typical infant behavior. Cerebral palsy is a lifelong neurological disorder caused by non-progressive brain injury…
Not all children with cerebral palsy (CP) show symptoms at birth. Cerebral palsy is a group of neurological disorders caused by brain damage or abnormal brain development, often occurring before, during, or shortly after birth. The timing and severity of…
Cerebral palsy (CP) is a neurological disorder caused by damage to the developing brain, often occurring before, during, or shortly after birth. Although the brain injury or abnormal development is present from birth, diagnosing cerebral palsy at an extremely early…
Parents can begin to suspect that their baby may have cerebral palsy (CP) by carefully observing early developmental signs and physical behaviors, especially if the baby shows unusual muscle tone, delayed milestones, or abnormal movements. Cerebral palsy is a neurological…
Electroencephalography (EEG) in cerebral palsy (CP) patients primarily reveals abnormalities related to the underlying brain injury and associated neurological conditions such as epilepsy. EEG is a diagnostic tool that records electrical activity of the brain and is used to detect…
Doctors confirm cerebral palsy (CP) with imaging primarily through **magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)** and sometimes **computed tomography (CT) scans**, which help identify brain abnormalities or damage that underlie the condition. MRI is preferred because it provides detailed images of brain…
The **Apgar score** plays a significant role in assessing the risk of cerebral palsy (CP), particularly as an early indicator of newborn distress that may correlate with brain injury leading to CP. The Apgar score is a quick test performed…
Cerebral palsy (CP) is sometimes diagnosed late due to a combination of factors related to the nature of the condition, variability in symptoms, limitations in early detection methods, and systemic healthcare challenges. Understanding why diagnosis can be delayed requires exploring…
Cerebral palsy (CP) can indeed be missed at birth, and this is a recognized challenge in neonatal and pediatric medicine. CP is a group of permanent movement disorders caused by damage to the developing brain, often occurring before, during, or…
Severe cerebral palsy (CP) manifests as profound difficulties in movement, muscle control, coordination, and posture due to significant brain damage or abnormal brain development. It is a lifelong neurological condition that does not worsen over time but results in persistent…