What are Infantile Spasms

For additional information, please visit: amzn.to/3SKVVPV Infantile spasms refer to subtle seizure activity in a baby, and not normal shivering due to being exposed to a cold draft or suddenly surprised. In fact, the appearance of infantile spasms actually indicates a type of epilepsy is present. The physical symptoms are also very specific. The infant usually arches his or her back or doubles over, while the arms and legs become rigid. A baby may experience hundreds of infantile spasms in a single day, most often right after nursing or upon waking from a nap. Also known as West Syndrome, this condition most commonly occurs between the ages of four and eight months of age, and seizures may continue until the age of five.