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My 2 1/2 month old has a single beat ankle clonus. it stops when his foot is held. he is ahead on milestones and has good head control. is this normal?

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Yes: Ankle clonus is normal in infants with their immature nervous system and may be seen up to about 1 year of age.

Answered 4/16/2013

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Clonus: This can be normal, but the clonus test is done as only part of a full neurologic exam in a child. Your childs doctor will be the one to evaluate and complete the exam. Ask questions as well at that time.

Answered 4/18/2013

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