Shortly after birth, baby Alex seemed completely normal; however, a few months later, he started demonstrating signs of increased muscle spasticity, dyskinesia (problems with involuntary muscle movements), and movement tremors. Based on this symptom profile, it appears that Alex may have:
A)developmental dyspraxia.
B)damage to his cerebellum.
C)cerebral palsy.
D)a rare congenital form of Parkinson disease.

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Cerebral palsy is a group of disorders that affect movement and muscle tone or posture, often caused by damage to the immature brain as it develops, most often before birth. The symptoms described, such as increased muscle spasticity, dyskinesia, and tremors, align with those commonly associated with cerebral palsy.

Shortly After Birth, Baby Alex Seemed Completely Normal; However, a Few