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Eye twitch/invoulentary movements and ache

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JayDee21
JayDee21

I posted about this a while ago on the eye problems forum but got no reply, so I was wondering if anyone has and advice on this.

I suppose is could be caused by anxiety so reposting on this.

So I have an eye twitch, not like a small muscle spasm on my eyelid or anything but i get an urge to force my eyes upwards, its very hard to explain, its become a compulsary movement for me. Like ive said its not a spasm its an urge that i cant help but relieve. I have a small headache constantly between my eyes and my eyes ache alot. I tend to blink alot more aswell during these episodes too and these episodes can last anywhere from a day, to a couple of weeks. Any ideas anybody? Thank you.

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  • lynsey72874
    lynsey72874 JayDee21

    Posted

    Have you been to have your eyes tested, as I would start there. Could also be blocked sinuses, that can cause headaches and eye pressure. Otherwise there is the possibility of stress causing you to do this. Try ruling out a physical cause and then speak to your doctor about whether this could be stress related. I think you’ll be fine and I hope you feel better soon.
  • harriet67221
    harriet67221 JayDee21

    Posted

    Could be a form of migraine. Are you taking any pain killers? Have u had an eye examination ? If not I suggest going to a good optometrist or an experienced optician. You could also try the nearest eye hospital to you as most walk in clinic, emergency clinics. I think the eye hospital is the best . Take care.
  • borderriever
    borderriever JayDee21

    Posted

    JayDee

    When was the last time you had your eyes checked ?

    We are supposed to have them done every year or two. Make an appointment to get checked out

    BOB

  • JayDee21
    JayDee21

    Posted

    Thanks for the replies,

    I havent had my eyes checked in years. My vision is completely fine but i suppose there could be other problems with my eyes that dont affect vision.

    Im not on painkillers or any medication. I have had a problem with my sinuses for ages. Constant blocked nose ets and sinus infections. Might be worth checking out.

    Many thanks everyone

    • borderriever
      borderriever JayDee21

      Posted

      Hello Jay

      Your GP may be able to arrange to have your sinuses cleaned out

      I wear specs and I was having my eyes checked last week, I had changed the company who would check my eyes and they found my left eye was becoming weaker also found the beginnings of a cataract. So I needed that further three month appointment to have a scan done on my eye. We never seem to know when our eyes get worse we seem to compensate for any problems we may have.

      Yes I am changing my glasses and they are expensive, I have had these ones now for five years. You have nothing to loose having them checked, also some shops now do hearing check ups as well

      BOB

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