Myokymia is the scientific term for the twitching that mostly affects the lower eyelids. Dr. Anthony Youn recommends sleeping more, reducing caffeine consumption and if all else fails, Botox ...

Types of eyelid twitches Aside from the general eyelid twitch (myokymia), there are other types that can feel more extreme and, in rare cases, be a sign of something more serious.

The most common type of eye twitch is a series of muscle contractions called eyelid myokymia, which produces involuntary and intermittent contractions of the eyelid, typically the lower one.

Eye twitching is common and usually harmless However sometimes it can be linked to a more serious condition like an eye ...

Eye twitching, also known as myokymia, is an involuntary contraction of the eye muscles, commonly occurring in the lower eyelid when we are tired. Here are a few reasons why our eyes twitch when ...

If your eyelid twitching is progressively worsening over a number of weeks, it affects more than just an isolated eyelid, or if it’s associated with any other neurological symptoms, he ...

When to worry about an eye twitch Eyelid or eye twitching that lasts more than a few days or that occurs with other symptoms is an indication to speak with a doctor.

Q: What causes a persistent eyelid twitch? A: It’s a mystery why many of us occasionally experience a strange, involuntary quivering in the eyelid, which appears at random intervals and can ...

Dear Dr. Gott:What would cause my eyelids to twitch? I asked my ophthalmologist the last time I visited him for a pressure test for glaucoma. He responded it could be stress or nerves. I”m no… ...

Left eye twitching is considered bad luck in African cultures, particularly in Nigeria and Cameroon, and lower eyelid twitching may indicate a future cry.

Drinking coffee can protect people from developing a tic in which an eyelid twitches uncontrollably, a new study from Italy suggests.