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Medical Conditions - Jerk

A jerk, also known as twitching, is a rapid, abrupt, and sudden movement. They can happen as a result of hiccups during sleep or from a pathology induced by a head injury, illness, poisoning, or a medication reaction.

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I have poor sleep and jerks. Do I need seizure medication?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Thanks for reaching out.

Why does my 9-month-old tilt his head forward repeatedly?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com Based on the limited information provided, it would not be appropriate to draw any definitive conclusions at this stage.

I get sudden jerks when I am about to sleep. Why?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, you are suffering from hypnic jerks only. This is not a disease. It is a behavioral issue.

Why am I feeling RLS sensations in my arms?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for posting your query. I am sorry to hear about your medical condition, and I appreciate that you are paying close attention to the changes in your body.

My daughter has a tic disorder with six tics. Is it normal to have so many tics?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand the situation, and I am sorry for her to face this situation. Yes, the prime age of a child developing tic disorder is 11 to 13 years.

Is performing random things over and over again suggestive of OCD?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. Based on your description, it sounds like you may be experiencing symptoms of a condition called obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD).

What causes frequent jerks in the body?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. If you are getting frequent headaches and vomitings please consult a neurologist/neurosurgeon at the earliest. Watch for visual symptoms like blurring or double vision.

Is surgery the only option for knee buckling?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your history and the reports attached here (attachment removed to protect patient identity).

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Is there a need to consult a doctor for jerks of a 7 months old baby?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your question with care and understand that you are concerned about few jerks your kid has.

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