Definitions

Eye twitching

When to make a doctor’s appointment

See a doctor if:

• Lasts more than a few weeks
• Eyelid completely closes with each twitch or difficulty opening eye
• Twitching in other parts of face or body
• Eye redness, swelling, or discharge
• Drooping eyelids

Description

Spasms of the eyelid muscles that are not voluntary.

Self-care

Eye twitching usually goes away on its own within a few days or weeks with rest, stress relief and cutting down on caffeine.

When to make a doctor's appointment

See a healthcare professional if:

• Twitching lasts more than a few weeks.
• Eyelid completely closes with each twitch or eye is hard to open.
• Twitching happens in other parts of the face or body.
• Eye is red or swollen or has discharge.
• Eyelids droop.