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My 8 mos. son seems to have a physical tick. moves arms in a short burst of up & down movements. is there cause for concern? tourettes? grow out of?
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Tell your doctor: It would be difficult to diagnose a tic at such an early age but let your pediatrician know.
Answered 7/5/2012
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Baby movements: It's unlikely an 8 mo. old is showing signs of Tourettes at such an early age. Probably the arm movements relate to some sort of stimulation and that is his way of interacting. I would bring this up with the pediatrician, but I don't think these are tics, & not a cause for concern at this stage. Jerky arm movements could indicate something else - such as seizures, but would have other symptoms.
Answered 5/23/2014
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