On 28 February 2022, the CEO of Microsoft, Satya Nadella, and his wife Anu announced that their son Zain, aged 26yrs, had passed away due to Cerebral Palsy. This unfortunate development drew the words attention to Cerebral Palsy (CP).
Cerebral palsy (CP) is a condition that refers to a group of disorders that affects the muscle movement and coordination in a person. It also affects the vision, hearing, and sensation of the person in many cases. Many children worldwide are born with this condition, which impacts their brain development, impairs their hearing, and stunts their muscle development, causing visual disturbances, movement disorders, among other complications. Here we have put together a list of nine things that you must know about Cerebral Palsy, including its causes and symptoms.
The Symptoms
The Symptoms of Cerebral Palsy vary from person to person; they might be mild in some people and severe in others. While some people who have Cerebral Palsy may have difficulty moving, others may have trouble grasping or holding onto objects. With time the symptoms may increase or decrease. It also varies depending on the part of the brain affected by the condition.
Some Common Signs
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