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My daughter shakes, like a strong shiver, when she is waken from naps. is it normal? if so, what's the reason is happens? what is this called?

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Dr. Johanna Fricke answered

Specializes in Pediatrics - Developmental and Behavioral

Myoclonus, involun-: tary, rapid contraction & relaxation of a muscle or group of muscles can occur in normal kids. Video a few episodes for her pediatrician, who'll need to know if it happens only when you wake her or also when she awakens naturally, if it lasts > 15-20 minutes, if her head & body growth & her development are normal ( use screens on first signs.org) & if there is a family history of epilepsy.

Answered 1/7/2016

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