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Spasms of the eyelid muscles that are not voluntary.

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

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.