Question
Is it normal for a child to shake their head while sleeping?
Answer
Shaking the head while sleeping can be normal for children, but it’s not to be ruled out that it could be a sign of ear discomfort or other problems. If the child also experiences symptoms such as purulent ear discharge, decreased hearing, dizziness, ear fullness, or ear pain, it is recommended to undergo a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) or CT scan of the middle and inner ear. For chronic suppurative otitis media, surgical treatment may be required, along with initial medication treatment such as oral cefuroxime, ambroxol, and Detoxstop. Additionally, ear cleaning with hydrogen peroxide and ear drops containing ofloxacin can be administered.