An unpleasant sensation in the form of twitching of the eye muscles occurs in many people. It is not noticeable to outside observers, although it seems that everyone is twitching to see the eye. This phenomenon is very annoying and troubling. Therefore, to get rid of it, you need to determine the cause of its occurrence.
Why is the left eye twitching
Experts say that most often this happens because of a nervous tic. Factors such as fatigue, lack of sleep, emotional stress can also provoke a problem.
For a long time it is impossible to tolerate twitching, as vision may deteriorate.
Therefore, if the left eye began to twitch, you should contact a specialist who will determine the cause of this phenomenon.
Muscle twitching may occur due to:
- wrong day regimen. If a person works at night and day, then the nerves begin to break down, which causes this symptom;
- excessive physical or mental stress. Fatigue affects the whole body, and especially the nervous system;
- Strong eye strain. If you work at a computer or read for a long time, but the nerve endings on your eyelids become tense;
- wearing contact lenses. They touch the eyelids and irritate the nerves;
- chronic lack of sleep. If a person does not sleep much, then the entire nervous system is in tension, which is manifested by twitching of the eyelids;
- allergies. Some types of allergies cause swelling and puffiness of the eyes, as well as twitching;
- caffeine or alcohol abuse;
- avitaminosis. Lack of vitamins can lead to dysfunction of the nervous system;
- pinching of the nerve. This can occur in the presence of osteochondrosis.
Only by determining the cause, you can eliminate the problem.
Why twitches lower or upper eyelid of the left eye
Twitching of the eyelids of the left eye may occur if:
- Nervous surge. People who perform complex work and have increased responsibility often suffer from this problem. As a result of constant stay in a state of nervous tension, the functions of the nervous system are disturbed;
- Facial nystagmus. In this disease, the facial nerve is affected, which causes seizures on one side. When the disease begins to develop, the eye does not twitch very much. But gradually, the tic may increase, as other muscle groups are involved in the process;
- Nystagmus At the same time, the eyeball involuntarily oscillates. These movements can occur at different speeds and a certain rhythm. You can notice this with the naked eye. This problem occurs with poor eyesight, damage to certain areas of the brain, as well as due to the abuse of certain medications.
Therefore, it is impossible to establish the cause of the problem on your own. It is necessary to undergo a full examination by a specialist.
Psychological problem of twitching of eye muscles and avitaminosis
Not only as a result of stress, overwork, nervous tension can twitch eyelids. This can occur due to beriberi.
The lack of vitamins is especially pronounced in early spring. The body does not receive enough nutrients, which is why the activity of the eye muscles is reduced.
Psychological problems can also lead to twitching of the left eye. A qualified psychologist will help determine the cause of psychological discomfort. Only then can this unpleasant symptom be eliminated.
To keep the eye from twitching, you should reduce the time spent at the computer and consult a neurologist for advice.
What to do if the left eye twitches
If a nervous tic has suddenly arisen, it is necessary:
- blink quickly for a few minutes;
- bring the eye muscles to a relaxed state;
- cover your eyes with your palms and rest for 15 minutes.
You can also start using herbs to calm the nervous system. For such purposes, you can use chamomile, valerian, St. John's wort. It is advisable to stop consuming caffeine-containing beverages, as this negatively affects the state of the nervous system.
You need to adjust your diet and include more food containing vitamins and minerals.
Is it possible to get rid of the tick itself
Independent use of drugs to normalize the nervous system should not be. This can lead to serious side effects.
The only thing you can do is bring your nerves back to normal.
For this you need:
- Avoid stressful situations, increased emotional stress;
- Rest for a sufficient amount of time;
- Do some sports that can bring relaxation. These include yoga, swimming, cycling. Even with a little physical exertion, you can improve the condition of the body and nerves.
It does not hurt to take a vacation, relax in nature in good company. This will improve well-being, return strength and relieve tick.
Folk omens
- twitching of the left eye has always been considered a positive sign that brings good luck, good news, improved financial position. But this opinion was shared by the Russians;
- the inhabitants of the east have a different opinion on this. For them, it promised bad luck and misfortune;
- Slavic girls thought they were lucky enough to meet their betrothed;
- The Greeks compared the nervous tic with quick tears or possible separation.
Conclusion
- Nervous tic occurs most often due to overwork and lack of sleep;
- Eyelids may twitch due to nervous tension or nystagmus;
- Psychological problems and lack of vitamins are common causes of tic;
- The problem can be solved only with the help of a neurologist;
- Regaining emotional balance will help get rid of the jerk;
- Many nations compared the twitching of their eyes with successes or failures, depending on which eye was twitching.
A little more information on the topic of the article - in the next video.
