Question 1

my eyelid keeps twitching. why?

Accepted Answer

Termed myokymia: Twitching of the lid is common in the middle years.  It is random and not precipitated by any known pathology.  Mostly it is subtle and you can feel it but others cannot see it.  Rubbing the twitching lid commonly stops it.  Some think extra calcium and magnesium cut down the incidence.  Be assured that it is benign and will not harm the eye or vision.

Question 2

why does my right eyelid keep twitching?

Accepted Answer

Twitching eyelid : Twitching eyelids called "myokymia" in one eye one lid is most likely a sign for eye strain of the kind occurs with need for glasses correction or adjustment, general fatigue, eye dryness, etc. Simultaneous upper and lower lid spastic closure with or with out facial spasm might be more serious condition as would be bilateral lid closures. See an eye doc.

Question 3

how can i get my eyelid to stop twitching?

Accepted Answer

Get more sleep.: Eyelid twitching is due to overacting nerve impulses to the eyelid muscles.  Reduction of caffeine, nicotine or stress will help.  Stop burning the candle at both ends and get more real sleep.  It may take a week or more for these solutions to work but no real harm is done from the twicthing.  Rarely, the twitching is a spasm and might require Botox injections so you should see an ophthalmologist.

Question 4

why has my eyelid been twitching for a week?

Accepted Answer

Usually benign: Most common cause for twitching of the eyelids is probably "orbicularis myokymia", essentially a spasm of the eylid muscles for no apparent reason. There may possibly be a connection with stress. If the twitching stops on its own within a few weeks, usually nothing needs to be done about it. A more forceful, and long lasting twitching could be "blepharospasm" and should be evaluated by an eye md.

Question 5

could you tell me why my eyelid keeps twitching?

Accepted Answer

Termed myokymia: Twitching of the lid is common in the middle years.  It is random and not precipitated by any known pathology.  Mostly it is subtle and you can feel it but others cannot see it.  Rubbing the twitching lid commonly stops it.  Some think extra calcium and magnesium cut down the incidence.  Be assured that it is benign and will not harm the eye or vision.

Question 6

could you tell me why my left eyelid keeps twitching?

Accepted Answer

Benign: Twitching of the lid is common in the middle years. It is random and not precipitated by any known pathology. Mostly it is subtle and you can feel it but others cannot see it. Rubbing the twitching lid commonly stops it. Some think extra calcium and magnesium cut down the incidence. Be assured that it is benign and will not harm the eye or vision.

Question 7

can you tell me how to stop my eyelid from twitching?

Accepted Answer

Artificial tears: Eyelid twitching is usually the result of drying of the eyes, allergy, or air polutants. Cool compresses will help. Artificial tears will help lubricate the eyes. If you think it's allergy there will be reddening of the eyes. For allergy try Optivar or Zaditor (ketotifen) drops from the drug store.

Question 8

why would it be that my eyelid is constantly twitching?

Accepted Answer

Myokymia: Eyelid twitching, or myokymia, is a benign but annoying condition.  Reducing your stress and reducing caffeine intake make help.

Question 9

my friend's eyelid is having spasms and twitching away?

Accepted Answer

Might be: Fasciculations (if very fine).  If truly uncontrolled spasms, should be checked out.

Question 10

why does my eyelid keep twitching and how can i stop it?

Accepted Answer

Benign: Most "muscle twitches" involving eyelid are secondary to myokymia, which is a benign flickering, usually associated with eyestrain, fatigue, stress, bright sunshine, etc.  But blepharospam may explain your twitch, and, if painful, or increasingly uncomfortable, have your eye specialist evaluate, and treat as appropriate.

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