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Hi! my finger/eye lid have been twitching for a week. why? and should i be worried? how can i fix it? thank you!

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Dr. Jan Lei Iwata answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Myokymia- rest is it: Myokymia which looks like fasciculations or twitching is normal when you are fatigued, or stressed. So, the anti-dote is to destress, and it will go away. If it lasts more than a week, and you've changed your lifestyle, it may be time to see your eye doctor, who can help you, may even appear like quivering. D.

Answered 3/26/2014

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A member asked:

Hi! my finger/eye lid have been twitching for a week. why? and should i be worried? how can i fix it? thank you!

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jan Lei Iwata answered

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