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My friend twitches when he sleeps. then starts to tense up and shake at one point and starts to sweat. he wakes up achy and tired. can u help?

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Twitch when sleep: I recommend seeing a neurologist to rule out seizure disorder or other neurologic problems related to sleep.

Dr Aronzon agreed

Answered 2/17/2013

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A member asked:

My friend twitches when he sleeps. then starts to tense up and shake at one point and starts to sweat. he wakes up achy and tired. can u help?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Alan Ali answered

Dr Aronzon agreed

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