Causes of Cerebral Palsy

Causes of Cerebral Palsy

Cerebral palsy can be identified early when parents or caregivers are aware of the risk factors causing the condition.

Many times, the cause of cerebral palsy in an individual is not identified. However, some of the risk factors can be listed and looked out to identify the early signs of cerebral palsy or even prevent the condition.

• Any condition hindering the development of brain in the fetus.

• Infections during pregnancy like rubella, cytomegalovirus and toxoplasmosis.

• Breech birth.
• Respiratory problems or oxygen deprivation just after birth.

• Premature birth or low birth weight.

• Malformations of the nervous system such as microcephaly, spina bifida or groin hernias.

• Being a part of twins or triplets.
• Epilepsy or seizures in the new born.
• Severe jaundice in the new born.
• Rh incompatibility between the mother and infant.

References:

1. Definition of Cerebral Palsy - (http://cerebralpalsy.org/about-cerebral-palsy/what-is-cerebral-palsy/)
2. Types of Cerebral Palsy - (http://cerebralpalsy.org/about-cerebral-palsy/types/)
3. Augmentative and alternative communication - (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Augmentative_and_alternative_communication)