Patient's question:
My baby is 50 days old. When I swing him, his feet often shake. Why is that? I had a water break before the C-section, and the amniotic fluid was three degrees with fetal feces inside. The umbilical cord was wrapped around the neck twice, and the doctor said it was very tight. Could this lead to ischemic-hypoxic encephalopathy?Doctor's answer:
Children, due to the underdevelopment of their nervous system, often have immature muscle control, leading to involuntary muscle tremors. It is normal for babies to experience leg tremors when they cry or when they are undressed, and there is no need to worry (if these movements become frequent and severe, it is best to seek medical attention).As the brain functions gradually mature, babies will begin to perform conscious and purposeful movements, and these involuntary tremors will gradually disappear. In cold seasons, it is important to keep the baby warm, as exposure to cold can make the tremors more pronounced. It is also essential to ensure the child gets adequate calcium and to spend more time in the sun to promote their growth and development.