Question
The child has been experiencing frequent blinking for a long time, and the parents are worried about the situation, fearing it may worsen. Doctor, what might be the causes of this phenomenon? How should parents respond?
Answer
Blinking is an innate action in humans, part of the normal physiological activity of the eye muscles. When people feel discomfort or tension, they may experience reflexive blinking, such as dryness or fatigue in the eyes. These are all normal muscle activities. However, if parents notice that their child frequently blinks involuntarily, with eyelid tremors that cannot be controlled, this may be an early symptom of tics. Parents should immediately take their child to see a doctor to avoid delaying treatment opportunities. Parents should correctly recognize the seriousness of the issue and promptly guide their child to a medical examination to avoid delaying treatment and ensure the child’s physical health.