Question
My baby is 11 months old, and lately, whenever they laugh, they extend their arms forward and twist their neck. What could be the cause?
Answer
This condition could be a manifestation of epilepsy, a clinical symptom caused by abnormal and excessive synchronization of neuronal discharge in the brain. It is characterized by sudden seizures or loss of consciousness, usually brief. It is recommended that you take your child for an EEG examination, and if diagnosed with epilepsy, treatment with phenytoin sodium may be necessary.