Aa
Aa
A
A
A
Close
Avatar universal

Constant Muscle Twitching

Before I get started I want to tell you that I'm a (now fourteen) year old girl who is underweight, and healthy. The muscle fascuilations or whatever you call them, have been with me since May of 2014. The only significance to that day was that my dad was flying, and I was worried. I thought it was stress, but it never went away. Now, I can't stop tensing. It seems like it happens everywhere: feet and ankles, hands, shoulders, legs, you name it. I even scrunch my face up a little bit like every minute. It doesn't hurt, but it is so annoying. Also, it doesn't appear to happen when I'm active. For example: right now, I'm laying in bed typing this and I constantly have to move my right foot or it tenses, but and hour or two later, (if I'm still up) my arm will start tensing. I'm very paranoid and I think I have BFS or something really bad. I'm scared. A lot. So please, if you have had any similar symptoms or something, please let me know. Anything helps. :)
3 Responses
Sort by: Helpful Oldest Newest
Avatar universal
But my mom already bought me some, and nothing happened.
Helpful - 0
Avatar universal
I can try again.
Helpful - 0
Avatar universal
It could be a vitamin deficiency, especially if you are underweight at your age.
You could try taking a multivitamin for a while and see if it helps. Calcium, potassium, and magnesium can effect the way your muscles contract and relax.
Helpful - 0
Have an Answer?

You are reading content posted in the Pediatrics Community

Top Children's Health Answerers
Learn About Top Answerers
Didn't find the answer you were looking for?
Ask a question
Popular Resources
Fearing autism, many parents aren't vaccinating their kids. Can doctors reverse this dangerous trend?
Is a gluten-free diet right for you?
We answer your top questions about the flu vaccine.
Learn which over-the-counter medicines are safe for you and your baby
Yummy eats that will keep your child healthy and happy
Healing home remedies for common ailments