Hi,
Thank you for posting your query.
Jerks in your son could be related to the
myoclonic epilepsy, and is well treatable with medications.
The drug of choice for this condition is
sodium valproate (epilim), which your son is already taking. However, it may be required for a long time, at least 3-5 years.
The pain near elbow is unrelated, and may be related to local injury or sprain. If needed, analgesics such as
ibuprofen may be given.
Tremors of hands could be related to
anxiety or weakness. In rare cases, epilim can also cause tremors as a side effect. Please discuss this with his
neurologist.
Best wishes,
Dr Sudhir Kumar MD DM (Neurology)
Senior Consultant Neurologist
Apollo Hospitals, Hyderabad