{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/www.eyecliniclondon.com\/blog\/5-possible-causes-eye-twitching\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/www.eyecliniclondon.com\/blog\/5-possible-causes-eye-twitching\/","headline":"5 possible causes of eye twitching","name":"5 possible causes of eye twitching","description":"One cause of eye twitching can be due to lack of sleep, this could be for many reasons such as stress etc. Learn how to get it under control...\t\t\t\t\t\t","datePublished":"2017-05-05","dateModified":"2025-03-28","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/www.eyecliniclondon.com\/blog\/author\/admin\/#Person","name":"Admin Panel","url":"https:\/\/www.eyecliniclondon.com\/blog\/author\/admin\/","identifier":28,"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/81c1e6be7e7eb7c8db707d305c1cbb46?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/81c1e6be7e7eb7c8db707d305c1cbb46?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.eyecliniclondon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Blog-5-possible-causes-eye-twitching-Samer-Hamada-eye-clinic-london.jpg","url":"https:\/\/www.eyecliniclondon.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/05\/Blog-5-possible-causes-eye-twitching-Samer-Hamada-eye-clinic-london.jpg","height":500,"width":900},"url":"https:\/\/www.eyecliniclondon.com\/blog\/5-possible-causes-eye-twitching\/","about":["Info Articles"],"wordCount":394,"keywords":["eye doctor","eye health","twitching eyes"],"articleBody":"5 Possible Causes Of Eye Twitching1. Being TiredOne cause of having a twitching eye can be due to lack of sleep, this could be for many reasons such as stress, work, social life, etc. Also having poor quality sleep can make you tired resulting in twitchy eyes. If you think this is the cause of your eye twitching, then getting a good 7-8 hours of good quality sleep (for the average adult) would be recommended.2. Being StressedStress can cause many different reactions to our body, but one of those can be an eye twitch. Reducing stress is very important, not only to alleviate an eye twitch, but also for general health. Try to get more relaxing time in your schedule; exercise, calming breathing, spending time with family\/friends are great ways to reducing stress, but do whatever you find helps lower your stress levels and you should notice a difference in your eye twitch.3. Eye StrainStraining your eyes can play a part in making your eyes twitch and this could be for many reasons. Eye strain can be caused by working your eyes too much, needing to wear glasses or needing to change your glasses, or using computer or other devices, amongst other reasons. Getting an up to date eye test with an eye doctor or optician will help identify if you need glasses or update your current ones. If you spend a lot of time at a computer or using devices then try the 20-20-20 rule; every 20 minutes\u2019 look 20 feet away for 20 seconds, also discussing computer glasses with your ophthalmologist is a good idea.4. Dry EyesMany people suffer from dry eyes and there are so many causes of this; medications, underlying health conditions, contact lenses, and computer use to name a few. Seeking an in-depth dry eye assessment with a specialist ophthalmologist to determine the best course of action to treat dry eyes is always advised. If treatment is advised such as medication and\/or eye drops you may find the twitching gets better.5. Caffeine & AlcoholDrinking too much caffeine and alcohol can be a trigger of eye twitching. Try cutting down on alcohol and drinks\/foods with caffeine in or switch to decaffeinated varieties for a couple of weeks, if the twitching stops you know what the cause is and how to manage it in the future."}