Pediatr. praxi. 2009;10(2):112-113

Masturbation in infancy and early childhood and its differential diagnosis

MUDr. Iva Příhodová, MUDr. Lydie Koumarová
Neurologická klinika 1. LF UK a VFN, Praha

Masturbation in young children is relatively common being typically manifested by leg crossing, rhythmic pelvic movements, accompanying

noises, and sweating. Since there is no direct manipulation of the genitalia, signs of masturbation can be mistakenly interpreted

as epileptic seizures, paroxysmal dyskinesia, or abdominal pain. Correct recognition of symptoms can spare the child from undergoing

complicated examination procedures and unindicated treatment (e. g., antiepileptics). The authors report two cases with typical manifestations

of childhood masturbation.

Keywords: infantile masturbation, paroxysmal dyskinesia, seizures.

Published: April 1, 2009  Show citation

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