Question 1

my right arm keeps twitching between my bicep and tricep. what is the likely cause and treatment?

Accepted Answer

Fasciculation: Most of the time a muscle "twitch" (or fasciculation) is totally normal. However, it can be a sign of nerve disease (lower motor neuron disease). If there was a nerve disease, i would also expect to have some evidence of sensory or strength loss on exam (and in the patient's list of complaints). Additionally i would expect reflexes to be reduced or absent. Without these, it is probably normal.

Question 2

lower right arm keeps twitching, should i be concerned?

Accepted Answer

See your doctor: It is worth a medical evaluation, your doctor may send you for a neurological evaluation or emg/ncs.

Question 3

muscle twitching all over body. it started in my upper right arm now its off and on all over my body for over 24 hours.

Accepted Answer

Jaguar: Jaguar, are you on any drugs&gt; drugs prescribed, otc or illicit should be investigated first. Are you anxious and hyperventilating. Has your blood been checked lately for calcium etc.? There are so many variables that only a health care professional can figure it out directly.

Question 4

25 yo man.healthy. just started to have muscle twitching in my right arm last 24hrs. comes&goes. no pain.why? what to do? already got nerve issues.

Accepted Answer

Vitamin D/Calcium: Can be many reasons for this, but often due to inadequate calcium and vitamin d in your diet.  Hydration can also play a role if you are working out and not replenshing your fluids and electrolytes.  I would start with 600 mg of calcium and 3-4000 units of vitamin d a day and see if that helps.

Question 5

my arm keeps twitching, what could be wrong?

Accepted Answer

Several things: This problem mandates a real-time (face-to-face) meeting with a doctor.  A history has to be taken along with a examination as well as labs and other tests.  Only after all this will your doctor be in a position to tell you what's wrong and what needs to be done to help you.

Question 6

my upper arm keeps twitching and pulsing it started today today what's wrong?

Accepted Answer

Hmmmm: Tremors and abnormal motions of your arm such as hemiballismus can be from a neurological condition.  They can be associated brain lesions or tumors.  I would suggest you see a neurologist.

Question 7

why is my upper left arm muscle twitching all day?

Accepted Answer

See a doctor: Occasional muscle twitching is normal. If your arm is twitching all day this needs to be evaluated by a physician.

Question 8

whats the cause of muscle twitching very often during the day for the last 4 days in my left upper arm?

Accepted Answer

It depends: Involuntary muscle twitching can be caused by electrolyte imbalances (low potassium, for example); overuse (fatigue), some neurological conditions (writer's cramp among other things) dehydration, and even some medications or discontinuation of medication.  If it continues and is a concern see your pcp for a more thorough history and examination.

Question 9

ive had stabbing pain in the front of my upper arm for 5 days now, it started as a kink in my neck and i noticed muscle twitching several times a day.

Accepted Answer

See ortho : You should visit an orthopaedic surgeon. You need a full physical exam and some imaging to diagnose the problem. The brachial plexus exits the cervical spine and controls the muscles and sensation of our upper extremity.  A herniated disc or bone spur pinched nerve produce symptoms in shoulder or shooting down the arm. Several other injuries or conditions can cause your pain. See MD right away.

Question 10

i am experiencing  muscle twitching mainly in arms legs back and abdomen. it's been happening for over a month and is concerning me now

Accepted Answer

Myoclonus?: I am sorry but we can't diagnoses this. Consider assessment.

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My right arm keeps twitching between my bicep and tricep. what is the likely cause and treatment?

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Lower right arm keeps twitching, should i be concerned?

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Muscle twitching all over body. it started in my upper right arm now its off and on all over my body for over 24 hours.

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25 yo man.healthy. just started to have muscle twitching in my right arm last 24hrs. comes&goes. no pain.why? what to do? already got nerve issues.

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My arm keeps twitching, what could be wrong?

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My upper arm keeps twitching and pulsing it started today today what's wrong?

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Why is my upper left arm muscle twitching all day?

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Whats the cause of muscle twitching very often during the day for the last 4 days in my left upper arm?

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Ive had stabbing pain in the front of my upper arm for 5 days now, it started as a kink in my neck and i noticed muscle twitching several times a day.

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I am experiencing muscle twitching mainly in arms legs back and abdomen. it's been happening for over a month and is concerning me now

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