Understanding Facial Twitching: Is It Facial Muscle Spasm?
Heartbeat issues Hello Dr. Jiang, I had some facial twitching for a few weeks recently, and when I saw a doctor, they said it was inflammation. It has mostly stopped now, but today my lip twitched suddenly. I would like to ask if occasional twitching could be facial muscle spasms...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello Mr. Lin: You mentioned that "occasional twitching may be facial muscle spasms," but we should also consider localized nerve inflammation. If the symptoms persist, I recommend that you consult a neurologist to discuss examination and treatment options. Thank you fo...[Read More] Understanding Facial Twitching: Is It Facial Muscle Spasm?
Understanding Facial Twitching: Is It Facial Muscle Spasm?
Palpitations Hello Dr. Jiang, I experienced facial twitching for a few weeks recently, and when I consulted a doctor, they said it was inflammation. It has mostly subsided now, but today I suddenly felt a twitch in my lip. I would like to ask if occasional twitching could be faci...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Mr. Lin, You mentioned that "occasional twitching could be facial muscle spasms," but we should also consider localized nerve inflammation. The facial muscle spasms you referred to typically involve multiple muscle groups and are primarily a response to abnormal e...[Read More] Understanding Facial Twitching: Is It Facial Muscle Spasm?
Understanding Facial Twitching and Arm Symptoms: When to Seek Medical Advice
Facial twitching? Hello, Doctor Jiang. I have two questions to ask. About two years ago, I was rehabilitating at home for frozen shoulder when I suddenly noticed that my right cheek would involuntarily twitch while performing a stretching exercise that involved making large cir...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: You mentioned that "the right cheek still has noticeable involuntary twitching. After testing, it was found that the twitching of the right cheek is triggered by movements involving the left arm," which may indicate a neurological dysfunction affecting the motor ...[Read More] Understanding Facial Twitching and Arm Symptoms: When to Seek Medical Advice
Understanding Facial Twitching: Concerns and Neurological Insights
Facial spasms Hello Doctor, on October 7th, I experienced a twitch near my nose, and the next day, I started to notice slight twitching in some areas of my face, both sides. By October 13th, it had improved significantly, but in the afternoon, my mouth corner twitched again. Howe...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Dear Mr. Lin, You mentioned, "Could it evolve into facial nerve dysfunction, causing my mouth to droop?" What you are concerned about likely refers to facial nerve paralysis. The clinical symptoms can include a tingling or stiff sensation in the face. Due to the inabil...[Read More] Understanding Facial Twitching: Concerns and Neurological Insights
Understanding Stroke Symptoms: Facial Twitching and Other Concerns
Stroke, facial twitching? Hello Doctor, on September 5th while cleaning the floor during my shower, I experienced a noticeable feeling of cerebral congestion, but it subsided after a while, occurring two or three times. Since I was cleaning a new house, the air quality was poor, ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, Sir: (1) Doctor, could my symptoms be a precursor to a stroke or caused by autonomic nervous system dysfunction? Your symptoms seem more indicative of cervical spine issues. (2) I have intermittent strabismus with a significant angle, which makes it tiring to see thing...[Read More] Understanding Stroke Symptoms: Facial Twitching and Other Concerns
Understanding Facial Twitching: Causes and Relief Strategies
Facial twitching? Hello, doctor. I have been experiencing this issue since middle school, where my cheek muscles tremble uncontrollably whenever I am on stage or in front of a crowd. Recently, it seems to be happening more frequently, even when I'm called on in class, which ...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, Sir: You mentioned that facial tremors may be physiological tremors, which do not occur regularly but happen in certain situations such as stress, tension, or anger. Some medications, such as bronchodilators, as well as the consumption of beverages like coffee, tea, and co...[Read More] Understanding Facial Twitching: Causes and Relief Strategies
Understanding Facial Twitching: Causes and When to Seek Help
Facial twitching? Hello, I have a question. Recently, I've been experiencing frequent twitching in my left cheek, almost like a muscle spasm, especially after eating. Could you please explain why this is happening? Is it a warning sign from my body?
Dr. Hong Weibin Reply:
Hello: There are many types of muscle twitching, including muscle fasciculation, muscle myokymia, muscle spasm, and muscle myoclonus, among others (which are difficult to translate into Chinese). The causes are quite varied, with the most common being stress, electrolyte imbalanc...[Read More] Understanding Facial Twitching: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Facial Twitching: Causes and When to Seek Help
Facial twitching? Hello, I have a question. Recently, I've been experiencing frequent twitching in my left cheek, almost like a muscle spasm, especially after eating. Could you tell me why this is happening? Is it a warning sign from my body?
Dr. Hong Weibin Reply:
Hello: There are many causes of muscle twitching, with the most common being stress, electrolyte imbalances, lack of sleep, dehydration, excessive caffeine or stimulant intake, certain medications, fatigue, kidney disease, and diabetic neuropathy, among others. You may want to ob...[Read More] Understanding Facial Twitching: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Facial Twitching: Stress and Neurological Concerns
Facial twitching at the corners of the mouth may be related to stress issues? I personally have polycystic ovary syndrome (related to stress, obesity, and hormones). I have experienced sudden involuntary body tremors for a long time without paying much attention to them since the...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, based on your description, the causes of facial muscle twitching can include not only muscle and nerve issues but also some metabolic disorders such as thyroid dysfunction and sleep disorders. It is recommended that you consult a neurologist to discuss examination and trea...[Read More] Understanding Facial Twitching: Stress and Neurological Concerns
Understanding Facial Twitching: Causes and When to Seek Help
Facial spasms Hello, I would like to ask about a twitching sensation on the left side of my cheekbone or just above the corner of my mouth. It occurs a few times a day, about 3 to 4 times, each lasting around 3 seconds. Sometimes there is a slight twitching feeling, but it doesn&...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Eyelid movement is controlled by the facial nerve. If the eyelid is twitching continuously, the physician will first carefully observe the patient's facial muscles. If only the eyelid is affected and other facial muscles are not twitching, it is considered simple eyel...[Read More] Understanding Facial Twitching: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Facial Twitching: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Facial twitching? Hello Doctor: Since yesterday, I have been experiencing involuntary muscle twitching on the right side of my face. During the twitching, the muscles under my right eye also twitch, and my right upper eyelid feels like it is drooping. The duration of the twitchin...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Your symptoms may suggest blepharospasm, which often has an unknown cause and is three times more common in females than in males, typically occurring after the age of forty. Common causes include dry eye syndrome, high levels of stress, eye inflammation, light sensitivity...[Read More] Understanding Facial Twitching: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Understanding Facial Twitching: Causes and Concerns for Your Health
Facial spasms Recently, I've been experiencing twitching on the right side of my cheek frequently. I haven't been staying up late, and I can't recall the exact intervals of the twitching. I just remember that during the twitching, I suddenly recall that it seems to...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Your symptoms seem more like simple facial twitching. It is generally recommended to reduce the intake of caffeine, which can stimulate the nervous system. Common causes of muscle twitching include acute viral infections, anxiety, and medications. Prolonged exercise is one...[Read More] Understanding Facial Twitching: Causes and Concerns for Your Health
Managing Seizures Triggered by Antidepressants: A Patient's Journey
Post-drug-induced epilepsy Hello Doctor, about 14 years ago, I experienced a head injury. I have a history of depression and sleep disorders, and my depression improved over time. However, approximately 12 years ago, I fainted in the bathroom after taking antidepressant medicatio...
Dr. Cai Zongzhang Reply:
Hello, epilepsy requires regular medication adherence and treatment according to the physician's instructions. Additionally, maintaining a stable daily routine can help stabilize the condition.[Read More] Managing Seizures Triggered by Antidepressants: A Patient's Journey
Understanding Facial Nerve Issues: Symptoms and When to Seek Help
Left labial commissure twitching, facial nerve? The patient experienced twitching in the left lower jaw about a month ago, which resolved, but recently has started to have intermittent twitching in the left upper lip with frequent occurrences throughout the day. Occasionally, the...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: You mentioned the issue of facial twitching. Generally, this may be caused by instability of the facial nerve that innervates that area, which is commonly seen in conditions such as poor sleep, electrolyte imbalance, or local nerve inflammation. If you supplement with B vi...[Read More] Understanding Facial Nerve Issues: Symptoms and When to Seek Help
Understanding Muscle Twitches and EMG Results: A Neurology Perspective
Muscle twitching and electromyography-related issues? Hello Doctor, Since around June 2017, I began to notice slight tremors in both of my hands, and when lying flat, I felt a sensation of my body vibrating. In July, I visited a neurologist for the first time, and the doctor ob...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello: Generally speaking, about 70% of patients with motor neuron disease present with limb weakness, while around 20% exhibit weakness in the bulbar region as their clinical manifestation. In terms of limb involvement, the initial presentation is usually asymmetric hand weaknes...[Read More] Understanding Muscle Twitches and EMG Results: A Neurology Perspective
Unraveling the Mystery of Unexplained Neurological Symptoms
Unknown etiology? Around June 14, I suddenly experienced a jolt of dizziness, the kind that made it hard to stand, but it was not accompanied by headaches or nausea. I thought it was just due to lack of sleep, as I had been under a lot of stress from final exams and had hardly ea...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Hello, Student Chang: You have done a lot of homework, which is impressive. Myofascial pain syndrome in the neck should be considered first. Symptoms may include pain, discomfort, muscle stiffness, or a heavy sensation. Symptoms may worsen with changes in weather and can be allev...[Read More] Unraveling the Mystery of Unexplained Neurological Symptoms
Understanding Facial Twitching: Causes and Treatment Options
Facial twitching? Hello Dr. Lan: For the past month, I have been experiencing occasional facial twitching, frequent blinking, hand tremors, rapid heartbeat, and dizziness. (Sometimes only the facial twitching occurs, not necessarily all three symptoms at once.) A year ago, I had ...
Dr. Lan Shengxing Reply:
Hello, please promptly visit the neurology outpatient clinic for examination and treatment to rule out epilepsy or facial muscle spasms.[Read More] Understanding Facial Twitching: Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding Numbness and Twitches: Insights on Bell's Palsy and Neurological Symptoms
Numbness in the hands and feet? Hello, doctor. I was recently diagnosed with Bell's palsy, but later, when discussing it with friends and family, I realized that I sometimes experience involuntary facial twitching. Could this lead to a difference in diagnosis? Additionally, ...
Dr. Gao Chunde Reply:
Seizures and loss of consciousness must be evaluated by a physician to identify and control the underlying cause. The numbness, facial twitching, and even potential weakness following a seizure can be improved. As for Bell's palsy, it can only be confirmed by the physician w...[Read More] Understanding Numbness and Twitches: Insights on Bell's Palsy and Neurological Symptoms
Understanding Facial Twitching: Causes and When to Seek Help
Facial nerve twitching? Doctor, I've been experiencing sudden body tremors frequently, my eyelids keep twitching, and the corners of my mouth also twitch. When I stand up after sitting for a long time, I feel very dizzy and my vision gets blurry. Doctor, am I sick???
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
According to your description, eyelid movement is controlled by the facial nerve. If the eyelid is twitching continuously, the physician will first carefully observe the patient's face. If, aside from the eyelid, there is no twitching in other facial muscles, it is classifie...[Read More] Understanding Facial Twitching: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Leg Weakness and Facial Spasms During Laughter
Leg weakness and facial twitching? I have been experiencing symptoms such as leg weakness and facial twitching for over three years when I laugh or get excited. However, these symptoms do not last long. The most severe episode caused me to kneel down. I would like to know what th...
Dr. Jiang Junyi Reply:
Based on your description, it may be necessary to consider brain instability causing sudden discharges that lead to muscle weakness. Additionally, there is the possibility of paroxysmal dystonia, which is characterized by involuntary movements manifesting as sustained contraction...[Read More] Understanding Leg Weakness and Facial Spasms During Laughter