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Do Headaches Cause Eye Twitching?
An eyelid twitch is a general term for involuntary spasms of the eyelid muscles. In some instances, the eyelid may repeatedly close (or nearly close) and re-open.This article discusses eyelid twitches in general.
Alternative Names
Eyelid spasm; Eye twitch; Twitch - eyelid; Blepharospasm
Causes, incidence, and risk factors
The most common things that make the muscle in your eyelid twitch are fatigue, stress, and caffeine. Once spasms begin, they may continue off and...
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