Signs & Symptoms of Cerebral Palsy

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF CEREBRAL PALSY.

1.Variation in muscle tone such as being either too stiff with exaggerated reflexes  or floppy. 

2.Fidgeting, Jerky (involuntary ) or clumsy movements . 

3.Delayment in reaching developmental milestone e.g not able to hold his/her neck by 4 months.

4.Muscle spasms .

5.walking on tiptoes.

6.Swallowing disorders .

7.Drooling.

8.Seizures or fits.

9.Difficulty controlling the bladder.

10.Eye problems including reduced vision ,a squint or uncontrolled eye movements.

11. Problems with balance and coordination.



N.B; The severity of symptoms varies significantly from one child to another and ranges from mild to severe.

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