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Can a Child Have Both Cerebral Palsy and Epilepsy?
Yes — cerebral palsy and epilepsy frequently occur together, as both relate to early brain development; around a third or more of children with CP also have epilepsy. Epilepsy needs prompt medical care from a paediatrician or neurologist, with developmental therapy working alongside that care.
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Cerebral palsy with epilepsy is managed by a coordinated team: a paediatric neurologist leads seizure control with anti-seizure medication, while physiotherapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy continue around the seizure plan. Good seizure control is the foundation that lets therapy build movement, communication and independence. Diagnosis and AbilityScore® are formed only at a Pinnacle centre.
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