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What Causes Unusual Eye Movements In An Infant?

my 2month old baby is having unusual eye movements when awake, both eyes are moving fast from left to right. although it does not happen too often, my pedia said that it might me nystagmus, however my ophthalmologist said that it s not.. im really worried. please help
Thu, 1 Dec 2016
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movements like this may b normal in children at this age group.
yes this also may b nystagmus. which may b due to problem in cerebellum or inner ear. dont be too worried but workup is needed if it persists.
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What Causes Unusual Eye Movements In An Infant?

movements like this may b normal in children at this age group. yes this also may b nystagmus. which may b due to problem in cerebellum or inner ear. dont be too worried but workup is needed if it persists.