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Cerebral Palsy is usually caused by problems with a lack of oxygen during delivery. For any particular child, it's often impossible to pinpoint the cause of the problem. Doctors do know, however, that anything that interferes with a growing brain can trigger the condition. The risk of cerebral palsy increases dramatically if a pregnant woman smokes, drinks heavily, has Diabetes, or catches German measles (also known as rubella). Some children with cerebral palsy didn't get enough oxygen in the womb, perhaps because of a small kink in the umbilical cord.
Smoking causes many other problems including low birth weight, frequent respiratory infections, and even lowered intelligence.
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Can smoking cause cerebral palsy?
yes it can cause when your parent smoke with you you have a lack of air to breathe in.Paul Thomas:Doctors haven't pinpointed a specific cause of cerebral palsy just that it is linked to lack of oxygen to the baby's developing brain but it is not linked directly to smoking. But by smoking, drinking or taking drugs the chances of cerebral palsy increase dramatically also they can cause other problems to the baby's development.
Where can articles be found on cerebral palsy?
Articles on cerebral palsy can be found at the website of an organization that is devoted to researching cerebral palsy. Some such organizations are United Cerebral Palsy and the Cerebral Palsy Alliance.
What is the scientific name of cerebral palsy?
what is the scientific name for cerebral palsy
Can animals get cerebral palsy?
Yes cats can get the equivalent of Cerebral Palsy and it is called Cerebral Hypoplasia.
What is the most common type of cerebral palsy?
Type your answer here... Spastic cerebral palsy with a percentage of 80% of all cerebral palsy cases.
When was United Cerebral Palsy created?
United Cerebral Palsy was created in 1949.
When was Cerebral Palsy Greece created?
Cerebral Palsy Greece was created in 1972.
When was Cerebral Palsy Alliance created?
Cerebral Palsy Alliance was created in 1945.
Does your face droop when you have cerebral palsy?
It is possible for some forms of facial deformity in cerebral palsy
Can cerebral palsy cured?
Cerebral palsy can not be cured. But, then you can do lot many things to help the patient.
Which organizations can assist those with cerebral palsy?
There are a number of organizations that can assist those with cerebral palsy. Some organizations that may be helpful include BC Cerebral Palsy and the CDC.
Where can one find information about how to support children with cerebral palsy?
One can find information about how to support children with cerebral palsy at KidsHealth. KidsHeath explains what cerebral palsy is, what parents should expect as far as symptoms go, and information on the different types of cerebral palsy.
