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Jerk while sleeping

2021-06-20 17:42:52
I notice this everyday after my husband sleeps,he has a sudden jerk very often,i notice this daily,why does it happen
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Sometimes it’s due to deep sleep Dreams.
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Twitching of the muscle is common in all animals and human beings. Mostly happens if the body is tired. Am sure he is must be a active person
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Please do not worry about this as its normal phenomenon of the body.
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Ensure that he has proper hydration - is having 3-3.5 liters if water daily.

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