Patient's question:
My child has been born for 16 days, and the twitching symptoms have reappeared for two consecutive days. The twitching involves both hands and feet, accompanied by crying. About the previous treatment and its effectiveness: none. What kind of help is needed: Is this phenomenon normal? Why did it reoccur? Is it necessary to seek medical attention promptly?Doctor's answer:
A 16-day-old baby suddenly experiencing twitching again? Twitching is a neurological symptom, often caused by brain diseases. It's different whether the baby is twitching or straining; the severity and the condition are completely different. Twitching is the baby's hands and feet trembling uncontrollably, not necessarily crying, and can be accompanied by crossed eyes, lasting for several seconds or about a minute. Straining is the baby consciously moving their hands and feet, being restless during naps, and easily startled. It's caused by vitamin D deficiency... It's recommended that if the baby doesn't have a history of choking or if there's no history of twitching in the family, it's more likely straining. You can have the doctor take a look. Give the baby digestive vitamin D, such as cod liver oil or Eiko Shin, one capsule per day.