Eye twitching - health problem not to be ignored
(Baonghean.vn) - Many people still believe that if your eyelid twitches, it is a "sign" of something unusual and spiritual. However, doctors say that it can warn of a medical problem... When you notice that your eyelid is twitching abnormally, do not ignore it but be careful, because you may have one of the following health problems.
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When the eye twitches continuously, it is a hidden signal that there is a foreign object in the eye. In particular, if the twitching occurs frequently, it may be due to tumors gradually forming, pressing on the nerves, leading to eye twitching... Although this condition is rare, you should still be careful because the risk of getting a tumor in the eye is entirely possible. |
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Eyelid twitching is also a sign that your eyes are stressed and overly tired. When the body is overworked, the eyes will have conflicts from mild to strong that sometimes you yourself do not realize. Excessive stress can react with many different phenomena such as sighing, yawning, lethargy... |
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Eye twitching can also be a warning sign that your eyes are dry due to aging, using inappropriate contact lenses, or side effects of certain medications. Whatever the cause, you need to see a doctor for timely examination and treatment. |
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Chronic sleep deprivation can also manifest itself in eyelid twitching. Lack of sleep can also make you more susceptible to stress, weaken your immune system, and directly affect your nervous system. When you lack sleep, your eyes are the place that reflects this condition most clearly. |
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Drinking coffee every day can also be the cause of the phenomenon of eyelids twitching repeatedly. Because coffee contains caffeine, it increases the heart rate, stimulates metabolism and muscle activity, including the eye muscles... The muscles in the eyes are very small and sensitive, just a little conflict from the external and internal environment can cause them to react by twitching. |
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A lack of minerals in the body can cause eye muscle spasms; especially a lack of magnesium will affect the nutritional balance, which can cause eye twitching. You should change your diet by adding magnesium-rich foods such as spinach, almonds, oatmeal or magnesium supplements. |