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My left eye very often twitches even without having any stress. what does it mean? do i need glasses?

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Dr. Cesar Sturla answered

Depends: If it is too often and bothers you it may be blepharospasm.

Answered 2/11/2014

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A member asked:

My left eye very often twitches even without having any stress. what does it mean? do i need glasses?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Cesar Sturla answered

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