Twitches

[No30]

Hi,

I'm really seeking a confirmation but I understand if online communication wouldn't be 100% relieving. About 2 weeks ago, after sitting almost all day at the computer, for 2 days, I noticed more than unusual twitching in the body, mostly in the eyelid and fingers, and sometimes, leg. Well, long story short, there were two different doctors, in different places, that did a finger squeeze, checking arm strength test and said it seem quite normal. I've also cut down my time at the computer, exercise more, and ate a little more healthy. Some of the twitching has die down, but it still persists, especially when I'm about to sleep. I had a blood test where nearly everything was within normal levels.  Is there a chance, with all that being said, a lot of the twitching has to do with my inactivity and too much time on the keyboard and mouse?

[Dr. A. Srivastava]

Thank you for your question. Although without being able to examine you I can not offer you the specific advice on diagnosis and treatment that you need, but I would try to provide you some relevant information about your health concern.

These muscle twitches appear when the muscle contracts on its own (without nerve stimulation).  Most of the times these symptoms occur without any underlying disorder or may appear after viral illness, long term illness and anxiety & they are not harmful. But sometimes this muscle twitching appears as atrophy and weakness of muscle as well. If you suffer continuous weakness and notice reduced strength of muscle bulk in areas, please arrange an appointment with a neurologist right away who will evaluate the possibilities here. Hope this information proves helpful to you. Take Care & Regards!!!

[theasian]

I don't think that it has anything to do with the you spend at the computer. To me it sounds like you have developed something called myoclonus which a movement disorder where your muscles twitch. It rarely is a disease on it's own though, it usually is a symptom of something else. I would suggest that you just keep an eye on it and if you develop other neurological symptoms then you should see a neurologist. However, if it is bothering you then you should see a neurologist soon instead of just waiting around. Take care