Cerebral palsy

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Cerebral palsy is a disorder of movement, muscle tone, or posture. It’s due to abnormal brain development, often before birth.

Overview

Symptoms include exaggerated reflexes, floppy or rigid limbs, and involuntary motions. These appear by early childhood.

Symptoms

Long-term treatment includes physical and other therapies, drugs, and, sometimes, surgery.

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