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Child Has Occasional Trembling In Leg, No Pain. Family History Of Similar Symptoms. What Can Be Done?

my 5 year old son occasionally has uncontrollable trembling in his leg. it only lasts a minute or so and causes him no pain. however, it annoys him terribly. his father has the same sort of tremble in his hands and according to his family, has always had that since childhood. I have a history of seizures as well. what should I be looking for in my son? what other symptoms might I need to watch for? what questions should I be asking?
Fri, 14 Jun 2013
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Hi and thanks for the query,

These symptoms generally are not to be neglected at first sight. family history of epilepsy has to be excluded. during delivery, did the child suffer any birth trauma? develop any high temperature after birth or convulsions?

A proper neurologic examination including an electrencephalogramme to ascertain brain neural function could be very useful. Electrolyte imbalance like low blood Calcium levels are supposed to be carefully considered.

I suggest you consult a neurologist for a proper clinical evaluation.

Best regards,

Bain LE, MD.
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Child Has Occasional Trembling In Leg, No Pain. Family History Of Similar Symptoms. What Can Be Done?

Hi and thanks for the query, These symptoms generally are not to be neglected at first sight. family history of epilepsy has to be excluded. during delivery, did the child suffer any birth trauma? develop any high temperature after birth or convulsions? A proper neurologic examination including an electrencephalogramme to ascertain brain neural function could be very useful. Electrolyte imbalance like low blood Calcium levels are supposed to be carefully considered. I suggest you consult a neurologist for a proper clinical evaluation. Best regards, Bain LE, MD.