Cerebral Palsy: Symptoms & Signs (CP)

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Cerebral Palsy

Alternate Names : CP

Cerebral Palsy | Symptoms & Signs | Diagnosis & Tests | Prevention & Expectations | Treatment & Monitoring

What are the signs and symptoms of the disease?

Cerebral palsy may cause a variety of symptoms, depending on the type of CP and the amount of brain damage. In addition to the motor problems described above, people with CP may have the following symptoms:

abnormal sensation or perception

epilepsy, or seizure disorder

hearing impairments

mental retardation or learning disabilities

speech impairments

visual impairments, including strabismus, or crossed eyes

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Author: John Wegmann, MD
Reviewer: Eileen McLaughlin, RN, BSN
Date Reviewed: 07/05/01

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