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My 11 year old son has begun twitching his head. unconsciously moving his head up every couple of seconds. and complains of discomfort in his throat.?

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Dr. Pratip Nag answered

May be developing a : Tic disorder. He should be checked out by his physician and then if it is a tic disorder he should be referred to a psychologist who can treat tic disorders.

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Answered 10/3/2016

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A member asked:

My 11 year old son has begun twitching his head. unconsciously moving his head up every couple of seconds. and complains of discomfort in his throat.?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Pratip Nag answered

Dr Juchau and 2 doctors agreed

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