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Hypotonia ('floppiness')
Summary points from NICE guidance relating to hypotonia in children are:
For babies aged under 1 year with acute-onset hypotonia (floppiness), examine the baby for signs of cardiac failure, enlargement of the liver or kidneys, pyrexia or an altered level of consciousness, and refer immediately to paediatric services.
For babies aged under 1 year with hypotonia (floppiness) that has been present for weeks or months:
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