Patient's question:
The baby has a bad temper and often cries without any provocation. The lips turn purple, the limbs twitch, the eyes roll back, and breathing stops. What should be done? What kind of help is needed: How to rescue during an episode of illness, and will there be any danger or aftereffects?Doctor's answer:
The situation you described is an abnormal behavioral issue that manifests as a pause in breathing. It is more common in infants and toddlers aged 6-18 months and typically gradually disappears naturally by the age of 5.Children with this behavioral pattern are often stubborn, impulsive, and prone to outbursts. It is important to strengthen family education and provide timely, patient explanations and responses when conflicts arise. Avoid harsh scolding and try to prevent giving the child opportunities to become angry or cry.
Generally, the duration of respiratory inhibition is short, lasting only 0.5 to 1 minute, and it poses no danger or risk of long-term consequences.