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Excessive Twitching During Rem Sleep Cause
Alternative Names
Excessive crying (infants 0-6 months)
Considerations
Infants normally cry a total of 1 - 3 hours a day. It is perfectly normal for an infant to cry in an attempt to communicate hunger, thirst, discomfort, tiredness, or loneliness. It is also normal for a baby to have a fussy period in the evening.
However, if an infant cries too often it may suggest a disorder that requires treatment.
Common Causes
- Boredom or loneliness
Colic - Discomfort or irritation from a wet or dirty...
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