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What Causes Sudden Involuntury Muscle Jerking?

When lying in bed or relaxing in my favorite chair I get uncontrollable muscle jerking. My arms will quickly jerk upwards; my legs will do the same, and sometimes my body even does a dance. What could this condition be a symptom of ?? Thank you, George ,
Thu, 4 Feb 2016
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hi.

based from your description alone, possibilities are of Parkinson's disease, seizure, or other neurological disorder. it is best if you consult with a doctor, preferably a neurologist, for physical examination and clinical evaluation. diagnostics (such as cranial ct-scan, EMG studies) and management will be directed accordingly.

hope this helps.

good day!!

~dr.kaye
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What Causes Sudden Involuntury Muscle Jerking?

hi. based from your description alone, possibilities are of Parkinson s disease, seizure, or other neurological disorder. it is best if you consult with a doctor, preferably a neurologist, for physical examination and clinical evaluation. diagnostics (such as cranial ct-scan, EMG studies) and management will be directed accordingly. hope this helps. good day!! ~dr.kaye