What mimics cerebral palsy?
* Meningitis: This is an infection of the membranes that surround the brain and spinal cord. It can cause inflammation and swelling of the brain, which can lead to cerebral palsy-like symptoms such as seizures, developmental delays, and muscle weakness.* Encephalitis: This is an infection of the brain itself. It can cause inflammation and swelling of the brain, which can lead to cerebral palsy-like symptoms such as seizures, developmental delays, and muscle weakness.
* Trauma: Head trauma, especially in infancy, can damage the brain and lead to cerebral palsy-like symptoms.
* Stroke: A stroke occurs when the blood supply to the brain is interrupted. This can cause damage to the brain and lead to cerebral palsy-like symptoms.
* Metabolic disorders: Some metabolic disorders, such as mitochondrial disorders and urea cycle disorders, can cause damage to the brain and lead to cerebral palsy-like symptoms.
* Genetic disorders: Some genetic disorders, such as Down syndrome and Fragile X syndrome, can increase the risk of cerebral palsy.
* Toxins: Exposure to certain toxins, such as lead and mercury, can damage the brain and lead to cerebral palsy-like symptoms.
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