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What Causes Sudden Reflex Action In Leg And Hand?
Question: All of a sudden my leg or my hand will have a sudden reflex action. Not big but my leg will kick a little or my hand will jerk a little. what does this mean?
Brief Answer:
Myoclonic jerk perhaps...
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
This sudden reflex action of leg and hand seems like myoclonic jerks to me. Myoclonus is a benign motor jerks of limbs and on most instances they do not have any serious implications. That being said, it would be a good idea to visit a neurologist and evaluate to rule out other associated conditions such as nutritional deficiency.
Hope this helped. Let me know if you need clarification.
Regards
Myoclonic jerk perhaps...
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
This sudden reflex action of leg and hand seems like myoclonic jerks to me. Myoclonus is a benign motor jerks of limbs and on most instances they do not have any serious implications. That being said, it would be a good idea to visit a neurologist and evaluate to rule out other associated conditions such as nutritional deficiency.
Hope this helped. Let me know if you need clarification.
Regards
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