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What causes an eye to flutter or spasm uncontrollably for a brief period of time?

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Fatigue, stress: The majority of the time these spasms are do to fatigue and stress.

Answered 2/20/2013

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Dr. Jeffrey Kalt answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Blepharospasm : Blepharospasm causes an uncontrollable closure of the eyelids. It can be treated with Botox injections. If not severe it is probably a simple twitch or tic related to stress, fatigue or excess caffeine or other stimulants.

Answered 6/24/2014

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