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How is it that i might be experiencing involuntary body twitching and jerking?
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Potential answers: Sudden involuntary sharp jerks could be myoclonus, but you could also have a tremor issue, or even focal motor seizures. See a neurologist and get this diagnosed.
Answered 11/19/2013
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