Twitching — Causes, Related Conditions & Affordable Treatment
Twitching can be associated with multiple conditions. Consult a healthcare provider to determine the cause and appropriate treatment.
Conditions Related to Twitching
- Anxiety disorder
- Neuropathy
- Chronic kidney disease
- Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
Overview
Muscle twitches are fine movements of a small area of muscle. MedlinePlus says many twitches are benign, often affect the eyelids, calf, or thumb, and are often triggered by stress or anxiety. Nervous system conditions named on that page include amyotrophic lateral sclerosis and neuropathy.
Source: MedlinePlus (https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/003296.htm)
When to seek care
MedlinePlus says to contact a health care provider if muscle twitches are long-term or persistent, or if twitching occurs with weakness or loss of muscle.
Source: MedlinePlus (https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/003296.htm)
Sources
- medlineplus: https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/003296.htm
- MedlinePlus: https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/003296.htm
Affordable Treatment Options
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