what causes involuntary eye twitches, why does this happen?
814671
usually stress. \n\nIt can also be caused from some type of irritation.  (like a breeze blowing in the eyes, dust)\n\ntiredness
844656
Its due to the inability of the brain to control motor neurons and where it is sending the electrical impulses; also it can act like a short circuit where you say blink an eye, but signals fire muscles not only your eye but also in your neck which cause involuntary movement... we all take it for granted... you only notice this balance when something goes wrong..... I think for some conditions it can be very painful... just imagine how annoying that would be to you... these people deserve a lot of respect for what they have to put up with, not only the condition but the attitudes of people towards them.\n\n\nps: there are better ways to word that type of question... perhaps you could have used mentally handicap... to be retarded refers to being held back... and I dont think that is the case these days as most conditions are better understood.
742037
Most of the time the "twitching" is caused by fatigue, sleepless nights, eye strain, constant rubbing, tired eyes from computers work, dry eyes, infection, stress, maybe even a hair or eyelash in the eye. Eye strain of many forms can trigger the response. It usually will clear up on its own. There is little that you can do except to moisten the eye, and clear it of any debris and/or get more sleep. \n\nIf the twitching does not stop in a few weeks, consult a Dr. Or if the eyelid does not fully close or if it is closing on its own. There are some serious underlying problems when this occurs.\n\nIt is usually nothing to worry about though, just try to drink plenty of water and get enough rest and sleep! Hope this helps.
1005104
It's called Photic sneezing, and it's not too uncommon. There's thought that the change in lighting that triggers the changes in your eyes (your retina getting smaller in bright light) for some reason sends a signal to your sneezing reflex as well.
883424
When ur eyes twitch this means ur not sleeping well..... its lack of sleep... it happened to me, and i asked the doctor, she said its lack of sleeep///// its nto a problem.... dont wory, just try sleepin 8hrs everyday
1117823
It is questions like these that make yahoo answers what it is....\n\nI get restless at nights too, some say it is a twitch pattern that develops while you are sleeping. The reslessness and twitching of your legs keeps your body from hitting deep sleep - effectively wasting the time you spend in bed. \n\nI just reached level three..!!!!!
600741
Yes ... and it's so annoying!! You have my empathy. I've always had it with stress and reduced sleep. (For me the two go together.) Below see what webmd.com has to say:\n\n"Eyelid twitching is often caused by stress or fatigue and usually stops on its own in a short time or improves with rest or reduced stress. Twitches are not a cause for concern unless they persist or occur with other symptoms that suggest nerve problems."\n\nSo, maybe it's time for you to rest a bit and relax? If you don't have vacation time soon, try yoga--perhaps hatha or sivananda (not power yoga).
572560
all of the above are true..\ncould be triggered by neurologic conditions, muscle fatigue, stimulants, hypoglycemia and so on.  \nIf you experience it after using the involved muscle group, probably fatigue.  \n\nParkinson's causes what's called rest tremor.  It trembles while resting but trembling goes away when one starts moving around.  That's just one of the example.\n\nIf you experience it often, you should consult your family physician to rule out anything serious.
1084268
Blepharospasm is an abnormal, involuntary blinking or spasm of the eyelids.  You can read more about it here\nhttp://www.nei.nih.gov/health/blepha/index.asp
957812
its your muscles doing a final relax before u go to sleep - usually because you arent properly asleep then they are still `on call` for any reactions !  Hence twitching in your sleep , like your falling off a cliff or something , it doesnt happen when your fully asleep.
146390
Sometimes part of your eyelid may twitch for several minutes or hours. An involuntary twitching of a muscle is called Myokymia. Myokymia of the eyelid can occur with stress, lack of sleep or too much caffeine. Occasional twitching of an eyelid usually disappears by itself and does not indicate a serious problem unless it persists or extends to other parts of the face.\n\nIt is not serious and usually goes away with rest and proper nutrition.
917066
I get the same thing every now and then. I seem to get it with a combination of lack of sleep and stress.  The twitching usually goes away soon enough, but its really annoying while it lasts. Its nothing to worry about unless it becomes painful.
1149122
Occulogyric crisis occurs in response to drugs,especially in children.\nThe eyeballs roll upwards while their eyes are open and remain fixed in that position even though they try to shift their gaze.No other parts are affected and so the child will  probably be crying or shouting,depending on his/her age.\nlnexperienced personnel usually mistake this for a seizure of some sort-it does look a bit frightening if you don't know what is happening.\nThe condition resolves spontaneously although some doctors prefer to give some medication.\nOne of the commonest drugs that causes this is Metoclopramide.\nlt should never be given below the age of 9 years.
407809
it seems like you have a cerebellar disorder. Cerebellar disorder can cause both intentional tremors and drooling.
94499
It means you are really tired and run down. I get that when Im stressed or what I just said. Like the eyelashes kind of twitch. Anyway, get some vitamins and some sleep!
767817
u need sleep trust me i know. i have had the eye twitching before. you just need sleep try to get a few extra hours in tonight and maybe tomorrow night too. it will not only make ur twitch go away but make you feel better.\ngood luck.
518860
I don't think that can be a cause, lazy eye is from a tiny muscle in your eye.  You might be more aware of your eye when your pressure is up, because your pupil is more dilated.