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Too frequent movement of one month old
My son is one month old and he is constantly moving his hand and legs to the extent that he cannot sleep due to the disturbing movements. I put him to bed but within fees minutes he wakes up due to the uncontrolled limb actions. Is he okay or is he ill? What should I do ?
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As you mentioned it’s disturbing his sleep then it’s normal. You need a proper consultation. I would suggest to make a video of event and consult
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Dr. Bhavya K B
Pediatrician
10 yrs exp
Hassan
Usually infants stretch a lot and move their limbs. But If movements r very often and child is not responding to voice or sounds during those episodes then it needs detailed evaluation to rule out seizure disorder
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make video of those movements and visit doctor for physical examination
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Dr. Lakshmi Narayana Munirathi
Pediatrician
29 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Hyperexcitability is seen in babies who had mild delay in cry at birth. Needs evaluation by neonatologist otherwise further brain injury cannot be prevented.
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Give exclusive breast feeding for 6 months and every feed should last 15-20 minutes.
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