Question
My child sometimes twitches, including twitching during crying, low fever after twitching, eye deviation during twitching, and tight fist clenching. No treatment has been administered yet, and I would like to understand what diseases my child might have.
Answer
There are many possible causes for repeated twitching episodes, including high fever seizures, epilepsy, cardiac twitching, cranial and brain injuries, intracranial infections, electrolyte imbalances, and others, all of which can lead to similar symptoms. Detailed examinations such as electrocardiograms, EEGs, brain MRIs, and blood ion tests are required to determine the cause and provide symptomatic anti-inflammatory medication. When twitching occurs, immediate hospital treatment for stopping the twitch should be sought to avoid severe attacks leading to breathing difficulties.