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I have a bad habit of shaking one leg every time i'm sitting. is there anything i can do? could there be an underlying medical problem?
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TIC: This is likely a TIC or long standing habit. Try Benadryl (diphenhydramine) or relaxation therapy. All the best.
Answered 6/13/2016
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