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Haven't slept well in 4 days. as i start to fall asleep something twitches; sometimes arms sometimes legs. what can i do tot prevent this & get rest?
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Benign hypnic jerks: Nocturnal myoclonus, or benign hypnic jerks, are normal though sometimes bothersome. These may be worsened by alcohol, sleep deprivation, untreated depression, low potassium or magnesium, or hypoxia (low oxygen getting to the brain) from smoking/ sleep apnea/ lung disease or copd. Sleep hygiene should help. Good luck!
Answered 5/23/2016
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