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Had a few involuntary small head & leg jerks. legs also feel weaker. i've been taking a new psychiatric med past month, but these arent it's symptoms.

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Dr. Bernard Seif answered

Specializes in Clinical Psychology

Involuntary jerks: Even if your symptoms are not listed w/your meds, it is still possible that is what they are coming from. Please see your doctor. He/she can check for other causes and guide you use of your meds. Peace and good health.

Answered 8/18/2018

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A member asked:

Had a few involuntary small head & leg jerks. legs also feel weaker. i've been taking a new psychiatric med past month, but these arent it's symptoms.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bernard Seif answered

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