Understanding Cerebral Palsy: Causes, Symptoms, and Legal Rights
Cerebral palsy refers to a series of neurological disorders inhibiting one’s control over body movements. It is not a progressive disease; it does not deteriorate with time but it is for life. Pregnancy, childbirth or the first few years after birth often lead to brain damage that this resulting condition – cerebral palsy. Here are some key points on the causes, symptoms, and legal rights related to cerebral palsy:
Causes of Cerebral Palsy:
Prenatal Causes: Brain damage before birth from causes like maternal infections, genetic illnesses, or problems in brain development may lead to cerebral palsy.
Perinatal Causes: For example, cerebral palsy develops due to brain damage suffered during birth processes – oxygen deprivation or trauma during delivery.
Postnatal Causes: Other cau...