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Brisk jaw jerk found. als neuro said i was fine and i did not have als. all my others were good (babanski, hoffmann, emg, and ncv good) should i worry?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Walter Husar answered

Not to worry: A brisk jaw per se does not mean much by itself. Need to monitor the situation.

Answered 4/1/2016

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Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

No: The brisk jaw reaction can be seen with anxiety and stress. Listen to the neurologist.

Dr Minich agreed

Answered 11/23/2014

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A member asked:

Brisk jaw jerk found. als neuro said i was fine and i did not have als. all my others were good (babanski, hoffmann, emg, and ncv good) should i worry?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Walter Husar answered

Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

Dr Minich agreed

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