Involuntary spasmodic closing of the eyelids.
Spasmodic blinking or involuntary closing of the eye lids; a type of dystonia.
spasm of the eyelid muscle resulting in closure of the eye
a form of focal dystonia , and is common in middle-aged individuals, often affecting both eyes
spasmodic winking or contraction of the muscle surrounding the eye; sometimes managed with Botox injections
Involuntary spastic closure of the eyelids.
spasm of the orbicularis oculi muscle resulting in forceful closure of the eyelids
a twitch of the eyelids, usually due to eye strain. Term Meaning
Loss or impairment of muscular control of the eyelid, resulting in spasm and uncontrolled blinking.
The involuntary closure of the eyes and lids.
involuntary clinching of the eyelid
Involuntary increased blinking that progresses to spasms in both eyes. The exact cause is unknown, but doctors believe it to be a central nervous system disorder. It can produce a functional blindness since the patient can't open his or her eyes long enough to function visually.
rapid blinking or forced closure of the eyes.
A rapid and violent, repetitive, spasmodic, involuntary, jerking movement of the eyelids. May occur as a side effect of some medications, as part of a tic disorder, or in Tourette's Disorder.
spasm of the muscle of the eyelid, resulting in continued blinking
Eyelid spasm, continuous blinking
Involuntary twitching of the eyelids.
Condition characterized by uncontrollable, forcible closure of the eyelids caused by a progressive dysfunction of the nerve that controls muscles around the eye. Less serious form may cause eyelid twitches or tics.
A blepharospasm (from blepharo (eyelid) and spasm (uncontrolled muscle contraction)) is any abnormal tic or twitch of the eyelid. However, it is normally distinguished from less serious disorders and refers to Benign Essential Blepharospasm, a focal dystonia (a neurological movement disorder involving involuntary and sustained muscle contractions) of the muscles around the eyes. The cause can be caffeine, fatigue, or a possible irritant.
