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Why might someone twitch when they are resting?
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Myoclonic jerk?: Many folks, as they fall asleep will have a brief jerk or twitch of trunk or limbs. Ongoing shaking, however, is a different story, and could represent a neurological issue, but if just a brief twitch, likely rather benign.
Answered 10/31/2015
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