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Sometimes i randomly feel some fast and short contractions at various muscles like arms, legs and forehead, even abdomen. is it just stress?

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Dr. Donald Alves answered

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Twitching: You should be examined by a dr to be certain there is not an underlying medical condition. If not, then stress management techniques may help.

Answered 2/23/2013

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A member asked:

Sometimes i randomly feel some fast and short contractions at various muscles like arms, legs and forehead, even abdomen. is it just stress?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Donald Alves answered

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