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It is on my upper left eyelid from the middle to outer corner. it has been present for over a week now and occurs minutes apart. i work in front of a screen a lot?

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Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

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Eye twitch: Eye strain, electrolyte problem, calcium or magnesium problem, thyroid problem or so type of neuropathic problem.

Answered 1/31/2020

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A member asked:

It is on my upper left eyelid from the middle to outer corner. it has been present for over a week now and occurs minutes apart. i work in front of a screen a lot?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

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