I am a 21 year old female, previously diagnosed with bipolar disorder that is occasionally accompanied by symptoms similar to psychosis, though missing several of the common symptoms associated. Recently, I have developed a muscle spasm that resembles a tic along my right arm. The entire arm is effected, usually starting in either my hand or my shoulder. I can supress the sensation, which is remarkably similar to a body rush, but it always ends in some form of spasm.
It seems that it strikes at random, sometimes hitting during times of stress, while at other times there is not a major stressor to be identified. I have never had a problem with twitches, tics, or any similar conditions.
What does this sound like to you?
Hi,
Has your bipolar disorder ever been treated with atypical antipsychotics (like Risperdal or Seroquel or a million others) or other medicines that might cause tardive dyskenesia?
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These twitches and tics are usually due to stress and anxiety.
Or even increased caffeine intake.
Do you drink lot of caffeine?
Are there any medications you are now on?
Hi, Olivia
I took Saphris over a year and a half ago for the problem, but I doubt that is it. The only other thing I have taken is Lamotrigine, and I stopped taking that about five months ago.
Stress cause spasm to neck muscles which cause compression of C5/6 nerve roots u should consult a physical therapist , should be able to help .
Also bipolar disorder medication increase your symptoms consult your doctor to modify dosage
I usually only drink around two cups of coffee throughout my school day, so about 10am to 6:30pm. Weekends, I might have a cup.
I currently am on no medications. Stress is a likely factior? Is this something that is going to go away soon, or will this constantly be something that I have to deal with.
Stress is a cause and anxiety is a disorder..it depends on you..if you can manage the cause you will manage the disorder..
First step is to decrease the amount of caffeine to once daily.
THEN start breathing deeply exercises.
Yoga..
Speedy recovery wishes