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My body jerks at night and now it also does when i'm awake. it's involuntary. is this normal and if not what is it?
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Go see a: Neurologist. The most important 'test' to diagnose any movement disorder is a through and detailed history and physical. You could help your neurologist by getting sample video to show him of your body jerks at night and daytime. You might need several attempts to catch this.
Answered 11/27/2017
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Not normal: You need to be seen. Could be a vitamin deficiency. Could be a tic. Could be other things and involuntary twitching or jerking is best diagnosed with a visit, .
Answered 11/28/2020
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