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Cerebral Dysgenesis is a nondescript term that describes improper brain development in utero. It is used oftentimes when no specific diagnosis can be made. That being understood, it can usually be detected at birth on a sonogram by 20 weeks. Prognosis and manifestation is varied, but may range from moderate debilitation to severe, with symptoms that may include paralysis, moderate to global mental retardation, high or low muscle tone, clonus, seizures, feeding difficulties, blindness, deafness and impairment that ranges from delayed milestones to global delays.
Cerebral Dysgenesis means "lack of brain development" Agenesis is the worst stage of the condition. This can be characterized by absence of portions of the brain tissue, with the resulting space being filled with cerebral spinal fluid.
Since there is a great range of severity, each individual case must be treated as unique. Many of the most globally affected children with this disorder display an ability to enjoy life and respond to love and attention. The milder cases can walk, talk, eat and perform simple tasks. Care taking can be very involved, but the humanity of each individual must never be overlooked.
The individual potential for development along the lifespan is totally unique to each person, depending upon the degree of functioning brain tissue available and the extent to which brain tissue is utilized. Every child with this impairment benefits from physical, occupational and speech/language therapy. The life span of a child born with cerebral dysgenesis also varies with the degree of involvement and the ability or inability of the body to handle infections. If the lungs are affected due to lack of muscle tone, the ability to handle secretions or the inability to achieve a productive cough, pneumonia is an ongoing threat. The life expectancy of even a globally involved child can be many decades. Some children with cerebral dysgenesis do not survive past one year of age.
Its very important for the parents of any special needs child to get help from the very beginning. There are many avenues for support available depending upon locale and can include: support groups, respite care centers, governmental funding for special needs day care, respite and therapy, among many others.
Life with a disabled child can be very difficult, challenging, stretching, eyeopening and even heart wrenching. It can also be rewarding and the best job you'll ever have!
There needs to be more awareness about this condition and support for families that contend with these congenital anomalies.
Dr. F
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Can people with hypotonia have Asperger's Syndrome?
Hypotonia is a term describing the condition of decreased muscle tone, also known as floppy infant syndrome. Some people with Asperger's Syndrome or autism have hypotonia. It is common for people with Asperger's Syndrome and autism to have some motor control or muscular difficulties, but not necessarily hypotonia. There are many conditions that can co-occur with hypotonia, such as Down syndrome, muscular dystrophy, and cerebral palsy.
What is a medical condition caused by hypotonic?
A medical condition caused by hypotonic (low muscle tone) is known as hypotonia. Hypotonia can result in decreased muscle strength and coordination, causing difficulties with movement and posture. It can be caused by various underlying conditions such as genetic disorders or neurological conditions.
Can a baby walk with hypotonia?
Hypotonia means "muscle tone weakness". Many babies born with hypotonia seem like a ragdoll since they can't hold their heads or bodies steady. This can be a symptom of a nervous system disorder or genetic or muscular disorder (cerebral palsy or muscular dystrophy being examples). This is not the same as just weak muscles, it is in response to stimulus and the muscles contract very slowly or not enough. Usually discovered within the first few months of life, the problem requires immediate diagnosis and observation. The underlying cause really dictates how much Doctor's think the baby will be walking. However, I believe in Love and Hope and a generous God who listens to prayer.
How many categories of cerebral hypoxia are there?
There are four categories of cerebral hypoxia; in order of severity they are: diffuse cerebral hypoxia (DCH), focal cerebral ischemia, cerebral infarction, and global cerebral ischemia.
When was Cerebral Fix created?
Cerebral Fix was created in 1986.
What part of speech is cerebral?
Cerebral is an adjective.
How do you use cerebral in a sentence?
He is a cerebral person. The cerebral cortex is located in the brain. She has cerebral palsy.
The cerebral cortex is the covering layer of the?
cerebral hemispheres
What are symptoms of cerebral dysrhythmia?
Cerebral Dyrhythmia Symptoms
What is the scientific name of cerebral palsy?
what is the scientific name for cerebral palsy
Do pigs have a cerebral cortex?
Yes, pigs have a cerebral cortex.
The fissure seperating the cerebral hemispheres is the?
The longitudinal cerebral fissure.
