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Jerks while sleeping

2024-02-12 18:49:16
When i go in the state of wakefulness to sleep i sometimes experience sudden jerks in chest . This doesn't happen normally only while sleep . Is it normal? What to do for better sleep i take tea before bed. Should i be worried? Or its normal
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These jerks are called benign myoclonic jerks which are normal Avoid coffee tea carbonated beverages chocolates and alcohol after 7 pm

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