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Steps involved in the diagnosis of cerebral palsy are
- evaluation of signs and symptoms
- medical history
- physical examination
- further tests like cranial ultrasound, electroencephalogram,MRI scan, CT scan, blood and urine test.

Risk factors associated with cerebral palsy are
- low birth weight, premature birth
- breech presentation
- Rh factor incompatibility
- maternal infections, maternal exposure to toxic substances
- bacterial meningitis
- multiple babies

Treatment of cerebral palsy consists of
- medications like Botox, diazepam, tizanidine, baclofen
- muscle training and exercises
- speech therapy, occupational therapy
- surgery like orthopedic surgery, rhizotomy
- recreational therapy, counselling

Children are generally affected by cerebral palsy. It is the most common disability in childhood and is more common among boys.

Cerebral palsy is not a preventable condition in most of the cases. In pregnancy, you can take following precautions
- regular vaccinations
- adequate prenatal care
- avoid smoking/alcoholism
- good hygiene and well-balanced diet