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Neonatal Pneumothorax & Cerebral Palsy

Neonatal pneumothorax, a condition which affects internal organs, can be found in1 percent to 2 percent of premature newborns, according to a BMJ Journal report completed for Dr. D J Murphy. A premature newborn, who already faces an increased risk of developing cerebral palsy (CP), a neurological disorder, becomes even more prone to developing CP if he has neonatal pneumothorax.

  1. Risk Factors

    • The BMJ Journal report done for Dr. Murphy states neonatal pneumothorax occurs in males twice as often as females.

    Cerebral Palsy

    • Cerebral palsy effects body movement and muscle coordination. The severity of cerebral palsy varies case to case, but common symptoms include poor balance, awkward gait (manner in which one walks) and abnormally stiff muscles.

    Diagnosis

    • Early signs of CP include delay in gross motor skills, like crawling and walking. Doctors can perform various neurological tests to detect, and confirm a diagnosis of cerebral palsy.

    Treatment

    • Cerebral palsy has no cure. As a result your child will require lifelong treatment, such as physical therapy and medications to control spastic muscles.

    Prognosis

    • The prognosis of cerebral palsy, a relatively nonfatal condition, depends on the severity of a case. One person with CP may be able to live a relatively normal life, while another person with cerebral palsy will require lifelong care.

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