SophiaTwitching of eyes is one of the most common allergies. Another fact about it is that it is also very irritating. There are a lot of people in the world who suffer from this ailment.
It is always good to be aware of the causes of eye twitching. In this article we will discuss about the various reasons because of which this infection happens. The reasons are given below:
Fatigue: When under stress and fatigue at different instances, our bodies tend to respond in various ways. Eye twitching is one sign of stress, particularly when it is related to problems in visions such as strain in the eyes. Reduction in the reason of the stress can help make the twitching stop.
Tired: Less sleep, whether because of stress or for some other reason can cause eyelid spasms. Catching up with your sleep can help.
Strain in eye: Vision-related problems can occur if, for example, you require glasses or a change of glasses. Your eyes could be working too hard, causing eyelid twitching. Computer eye stress from excessive use of computers, tablets and smartphones is also a very common cause of vision-related stress. If your eyelid twitching is persistent and very annoying (like the problem experienced by my patient’s wife), you should have an eye exam, because you may need vision correction. If you spend a lot of time sitting in front of the computer, you also should speak to your eye doctor about special computer eyeglasses.
Caffeine and alcohol: Nowadays, experts believe that too much caffeine and/or alcohol can cause eye twitching. If your caffeine (coffee, tea, soda pop, etc.) and/or alcohol consumption has increased, abstaining is worth a try.
Dry eyes: More than half of the elderly population experiences dry eyes, because of aging. Dry eyes are extremely common for people who use computers, intake certain medications (antihistamines, antidepressants, etc.), wear contact lenses and consume caffeine and/or alcohol. If you feel tired and under stress, you could also develop dry eye. It’s best to consult your eye doctor for a dry eye evaluation, because many treatments are now available.
Nutritional imbalances: Some reports point to a lack of certain nutritional substances, such as magnesium, can trigger eyelid spasms. Although these reports lack in scientific evidence, you can’t rule this out as a possible cause of eye twitching. If you suspect a nutritional deficiency may be harming you, however, it is suggested to discuss this over with your family doctor for expert advice rather than randomly buying over-the-counter nutritional products.
Allergies: People with eye allergies can have itching, swelling and watery eyes. When eyes are rubbed, this releases histamine into the lid tissues and the tears. This is significant, because some evidence indicates that histamine can cause eyelid twitching.
To offset this problem, some eye doctors have recommended antihistamine eye drops or tablets to help some eyelid twitches. But remember that antihistamines also can cause dry eyes. It’s best to work with your eye doctor to make sure you’re doing the right thing for your eyes.
Aman
