Occasionally I twitch for apparent reason. It isn't just when I'm tired or stressed, just whenever. I've been to a neurologist (and he seems like a quack) who said he didn't see anything wrong with me. I've been through EEG's and MRI's and they didn't find anything to be concerned about, I don't have Tourette's. They aren't just small movements either, they are violent and sometimes painful but not long enough to be a seizure. Nobody seems to know why they keep happening. I've had them for almost 3 yrs. now and I was just wondering if anyone might know what it could be. I was taking medication (Trileptal, an epilepsy medicine) for about 1 yr. but it didn't help and it made me feel like crap so I quite taking it. That is always the way doctors work. Do they not realize that "I don't know" isn't the answer I'm looking for? Any help would be appreciated. Please don't just give answers like "I don't know" just to get 2 points. It is a serious question, please try to give serious answers.
2006-11-22 09:28:05 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
I don't have epilepsy! I'm not having seizures, just twitching.
2006-11-22 09:35:12 · update #1
I'm not on vitamins. I do drink coffee but not very often. The trileptial was perscribed to stop the twitching, it didn't. The twitching wasn't caused by stopping the medication.
2006-11-22 09:37:53 · update #2
I would switch Neurologists!
There is no single test for Tourettes. It is diagnosed by observation and oral history only. EEG and MRI tests will only rule out seizure disorders. Check with another Neuro to be sure to rule out Tourettes or other Neurological conditions.
While we were going through the diagnostic process, it was difficult to explain to the doctors about the involuntary muscle movement, head turns, etc. Before going in to the Pediatric Neurologist, I video taped my son while the tics and vocal tremors were obvious (he was unaware of the camera). I did this in case they were not present at the prescribed day and time of the appointment. This was a great help. Also, take note in a log or journal each time they occur, how long they last and their characteristics. This will help in the diagnostic process.
I hope this helps and blessing to you.
2006-11-22 13:47:46 · answer #1 · answered by Juliart 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
So what medication are you taking for your epilepsy? Or are you just not taking anything? Well, you said that you were taking Trileptal, an epilepsy medication. You didn't specify that you were taking it for epilepsy or for the twitching, that's why I asked. ANY-HOO......what concerns me, is that you have already been through all the tests that would determine what could be causing the twitching. The only thing that I could think of is that if there is nothing that is setting it off, like flashing lights, stress, etc. and if it is happening whenever, that there is a electrical misfiring of somekind in your nervous system. Hopefully there is a nerve specialist in your hospital that you could go to.
2006-11-22 09:31:56 · answer #2 · answered by frigidx 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋
It sounds like a very common symptom of withdrawal from the medication "Trileptal". I am so surprised your neurologist didn't point this out to you. He must be a quack. Withdrawal from antidepressants, major tranquilizers or neurological medications can cause twitches or tics and/or muscle spasms. Withdrawal from any of these medications should be a weaning process. However, now that you have stopped taking it, allow your body and brain time to adjust to not having the medication any more. It can take several weeks; but normally 3 - 4 weeks. Seek a second opinion from another neurologist.
2006-11-22 09:36:35 · answer #3 · answered by danaluana 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Do you take vitamins? Have you been tested for any deficiencies?
Do you drink coke or coffee? Do you have any problems with your blood sugar (hypoglycemia)?
Could it be a symptom from stopping the Trileptal? Some meds you have to be under the supervision of a doc to actually stop.
Where is the twitch? Your whole body? Your neck? Your shoulder?
2006-11-22 09:33:27 · answer #4 · answered by gg 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Im sorry you have a health concern AND that your physician has not been able to diagnosis it. you can go to webmd.com and type in causes of twitching and many sites will come up. i hope you find a doctor who will help you. best to you!
2006-11-22 10:04:52 · answer #5 · answered by AlwaysWondering 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You might be lack of Magnesium. Take Calcium/Magnesium supplement. I had muscle cramp on my calves and it's gone now. My bf used to twitch when he's sleeping but it stopped now as well.
2006-11-22 09:35:35 · answer #6 · answered by fortuna0820 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Maybe visit a chiropractor- they know a lot about neurology & may give some helpful treatment, but i dont know what ur condition is im afraid
2006-11-22 09:30:34 · answer #7 · answered by Just me 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is possible to have a tic disorder similar to Tourette's, but not quite full-blown Tourette's. It is common among children, "Transient Tic Disorder," so perhaps is possible among adults as well.
2006-11-22 14:41:29 · answer #8 · answered by Rapunzel XVIII 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
That does really sound like tourettes to me and i know you said you didn't have it and maybe you are sure of that but maybe not. sometimes tourettes is hard to diagnose and can be missed. if your sure its not tourettes i dont know what to tell you but it does sound like it. good luck on finding out what it really is!
2006-11-22 12:10:44 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
maybe you have a nervous tick
2006-11-22 11:02:26 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋