Diagnosis
When the cause is investigated by the doctor, information about the duration and intensity of the twitching is important. In addition, it is important for the doctor to know what medication the person concerned is taking and what other symptoms exist. The consultation with the doctor is followed by a neurological examination with tests of reflexes, coordination, balance and muscle strength.
In normal cases, a blood sample is taken. Depending on the doctor’s suspicions, further examinations, such as an MRI, may follow. Under certain circumstances, a discussion about possible psychological factors may follow.