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My 20 month old gets twitches when he is going to sleep. what would be the cause?
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Normal: We all have those as we fall asleep and wake up.Those jerks are more than likely myoclonic spasms.
Answered 10/25/2016
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Sleep myoclonis: This happens in people of all ages.Parents tend to notice it more in kids because they worry about everything that appears odd.
Answered 10/27/2016
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