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Infant Of 6 Months. Unable To Hold The Neck Properly, Stiff Muscles Of Legs. Other Activities Normal. Suggest

Hi Doctor!
My Baby (male) is 5.5 months of age. Weight 6.0 kg, OFC = 40cm, heomoglobin is 9.30
Problem is that he can not hold his neck properly with stiff muscles of legs.
He gives response to anyone who talk to him. he smiles try to talk, he gives response to toys when placed in front of him.
I am worried about his mental of physical health. I live in Pakistan. Kindly suggest me what to do?
thanks
Mon, 13 May 2013
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Hi,

Thank you for your query on Healthcare Magic.

Inability to hold neck and stiff muscles of legs are indicative of motor system dysfunction and with motor milestones delay.

This presentation is most commonly associated with cerebral palsy.

Physiotherapy at an early stage is associated with good outcome and better motor function in the future.

And physical examination is important to detect the underlying neurological problem.

Therefore consult the pediatrician first for the assessment and for appropriate referral.

Multidisciplinary management will improve prognosis.

Hope I have answered your query.

Regards.
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Infant Of 6 Months. Unable To Hold The Neck Properly, Stiff Muscles Of Legs. Other Activities Normal. Suggest

Hi, Thank you for your query on Healthcare Magic. Inability to hold neck and stiff muscles of legs are indicative of motor system dysfunction and with motor milestones delay. This presentation is most commonly associated with cerebral palsy. Physiotherapy at an early stage is associated with good outcome and better motor function in the future. And physical examination is important to detect the underlying neurological problem. Therefore consult the pediatrician first for the assessment and for appropriate referral. Multidisciplinary management will improve prognosis. Hope I have answered your query. Regards.