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Hello, my son is 5 months old, for quite sometime now he has been jerking a lot in his sleep, almost on daily basis, like he is getting startled but there is s no particular stimulus present. Sometimes, it's single. Sometimes, multiple times. I haven't noticed anything unusual when he is awake. What should be done, as i m getting worried?
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This can be sleep myoclonus in infant.. have video recording of child and visit pediatrician in person
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Consult pediatrician for examination and further management
It's difficult to say anything without seeing the child
Also take a video of such events if possible for better idea
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Dr. Tangade Vishal Bhanudas
Pediatrician
4 yrs exp
Pune
Visit physically to nearby pediatrician.
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Dr. Bhatt Vivek Prafulchandra
Pediatrician
5 yrs exp
Rajkot
Consult to Pediatrician physically for further evaluation and treatment
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Dr. Aishwarya D
Pediatrician
10 yrs exp
Chennai
Next time take a video and visit your pediatrician
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Dr. Vinit M Mehta
Pediatrician
8 yrs exp
Vadodara
Noise of opening a door can even cause it
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