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Does cerebral palsy run in some families?
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Unconfirmed: Although there appears to be some genetic linkage in some families it is unusual enough that no clear inheritance pattern is known.
Answered 9/28/2016
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No: Cerebral Palsy is the result of a brain injury experienced during the pregnancy, labor or delivery. It is not inheritable. However, there are other conditions that can mimic the appearance of cerebral palsy. You shoud consult a pediatric neurologist or genetics specialist for more information.
Answered 6/20/2015
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