What causes nighttime muscle twitching during adolescence, and what should be done about it?
Jun 06, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Yang Jun
Introduction
During puberty, nocturnal muscle twitching during sleep may be caused by physiological factors or pathological conditions such as calcium deficiency or epilepsy. Treatment may include general management and medication. Excessive mental stress or intense physical activity during the day can lead to overactivity of the neuromuscular system, resulting in frequent muscle twitching at night. It is important to get adequate rest and avoid excessive fatigue.
During puberty, nighttime muscle twitching during sleep may be caused by physiological factors, or it could result from pathological conditions such as calcium deficiency or epilepsy. Treatment can be carried out through general management or medication. Specific details are as follows:
I. Physiological Factors
Excessive mental stress during the day or engaging in intense physical activity may lead to overactivity of the neuromuscular system, resulting in frequent muscle twitching at night. It is important to get adequate rest and avoid excessive fatigue.
II. Pathological Factors
1. Calcium Deficiency
Causes of calcium deficiency include medication effects, insufficient vitamin D synthesis, and dietary factors. This may lead to malnutrition and muscle spasms. Under a doctor's guidance, patients can take medications such as vitamin D calcium chewable tablets or calcium gluconate zinc oral solution.
2. Epilepsy
Epilepsy is generally caused by damage to the central nervous system or unstable cell membranes, leading to electrolyte disturbances and abnormal synchronous discharges in brain cells, which result in muscle twitching. Under medical supervision, medications such as lamotrigine tablets or compound phenobarbital sodium bromide tablets may be used for treatment.
In addition to the above causes, nighttime twitching could also be due to encephalitis, meningitis, brain tumors, or other conditions. Appropriate local massage may help promote blood circulation. Individuals experiencing symptoms are advised to seek timely medical attention and receive standardized treatment under professional guidance, which can aid in recovery.
