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Ive had a muscle twitch in the right hand side of my back, middle ways down for 2 weeks. my great aunt died of als years ago so i am concerned about that. it is the only place i notice a twitch and its most prevalent when i rest or sleep. ?
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Need to examine: It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. It would be prudent to see your doctor, preferably a neurologist. Wish you good health!
Answered 1/19/2020
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