Medically reviewed by Jennifer Steinhoff, MD Key Takeaways Muscle twitching is often caused by stress or a lack of sleep and ...

Ever sit in a chair and feel twitching in your eye? Or maybe your calf muscle. You may suffer from benign fasciculation syndrome. Dr. Jerry Fleishman of Medstar Franklin Square Medical Center talks ...

DEAR DR. GOTT: I am a 58-year-old male. Over the last year, I have developed a twitch or spasm around my left eye. I take hydrochlorothiazide and Accupril for my high blood pressure. Can you tell me ...

Though eyelid twitching (technically called myokymia) can feel disconcerting, the good news is that it’s typically fleeting and harmless. Nevertheless, when you’re in the throes of the mini muscle ...

Question: Why is my eye twitching? Answer: Ophthalmologists refer to eye twitching as myokymia or blephrospasm, which is a rippling muscle contraction in an eyelid. Eye twitching, eyelid tics or ...

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. Question: Every so often, my left eye twitches. It goes away after a while, but it's annoying. Is ...

Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. Involuntary muscle twitches are exceedingly common and yet not very ...

Random muscle twitches like a jerky eyelid can be annoying and alarming, but they’re rarely a cause for concern. Here’s what scientists know about what causes those pesky muscle twitches and how to ...

It has happened to many of us. While in the middle of work, a study session or just spending time with friends, your eyelid flutters for no apparent reason. At first, it may be nothing more than a ...

I recently saw Eileen, a 45-year-old female accountant, in my office who reported an aggravating “eye twitching.” Now this is a common, yet potentially annoying, medical problem. It may not be ...