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Why does my body shake violently while i try to fall asleep?
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Myoclonus jerks: It is common to have involuntary jerk in a limb or entire body when you are falling asleep. It happens in the initial stage of sleep and is entirely benign. Even babies have it.
Answered 1/4/2014
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