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2 year kid eye is blinking jerking continuously in sleep

Anonymous
Posted Under Health and Fitness, on 16 April 2025

Anonymous
Posted Under Health and Fitness, on 16 April 2025
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Dr. Bhavya GuptaExpert

Hello 👋

Thank you for your concern. Eye blinking or jerking during sleep in a 2-year-old can be due to several reasons, and while some are harmless, others may need closer attention. Here are a few possibilities:

  • In infants and toddlers, brief muscle jerks (including around the eyes) can occur during sleep and are usually harmless.
  • Sometimes, repetitive blinking can be part of a transient tic, which typically resolves on its own.
  • If the eye jerking appears rhythmic and repetitive and is associated with other unusual body movements, it could suggest seizure-like activity and needs urgent evaluation.
  • If the eyes are dry, irritated, or strained, children may blink more—even during sleep transitions.

What can you observe and share with your paediatrician?

  • Does this happen only during sleep or when awake as well?
  • Is the child otherwise behaving normally—alertness, feeding, development?
  • Any history of fever, head injury, or recent illness?

📌 Recommendation: While this could be benign, it's best to consult a pediatric ophthalmologist or your child's paediatrician for an in-person evaluation.

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