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What Causes Motor Tics In Kids?

My almost five year old has been having some motor tics for over three months now. A month ago there were three or four tics occuring at once, however they have almost diminshed. I have also noticed a low growl, almost throat clearing but this happens more when his two year old brother is bothering him. I am worried about tourettes although there is no family history of this.
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Hi.... I understand your concern. You are absolutely right in thinking about the Tourette syndrome or this could be another possibility called PANDAS which occurs after streptococcal infection. I suggest you get in touch with your pediatrician regarding this.

Regards - Dr. Sumanth
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What Causes Motor Tics In Kids?

Hi.... I understand your concern. You are absolutely right in thinking about the Tourette syndrome or this could be another possibility called PANDAS which occurs after streptococcal infection. I suggest you get in touch with your pediatrician regarding this. Regards - Dr. Sumanth