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Cerebral palsy is a group of disorders that affects a person’s ability to move and control the body. It is the most common cause of movement problems in children. If your child is experiencing cerebral palsy symptoms or has received a diagnosis, you want the best care possible. Find a Doctor at a Dignity Health facility near you to answer your questions about cerebral palsy in NV, CA, and AZ.
Cerebral palsy symptoms usually become evident by the time a child turns 3 years old. There are three basic types of cerebral palsy:
The signs and symptoms of each type of cerebral palsy range from mild to severe. For example, a mild case of dyskinesia may cause the hands to tremble, while a severe case may involve uncontrolled flailing. Very severe cases of spasticity cause nearly complete paralysis. Other common symptoms of cerebral palsy include:
It is possible for cerebral palsy symptoms to affect just one part of the body, such as the arms but not the legs or the left side of the body but not the right. Cerebral palsy may not be immediately recognized at birth, especially in preterm infants.
Cerebral palsy may be caused by:
Sometimes, there is no known cause for cerebral palsy.