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Hemifacial Spasms

Overview and Facts about Hemifacial Spasms

Hemifacial spasm is a neuromuscular disorder that causes involuntary facial muscle twitching or spasms. This condition typically occurs on only one side of the face (hemi), but in rare cases, it can affect both sides of the face. This disorder affects men and women but is most common in middle-aged and older women.

If left untreated, symptoms may ultimately worsen, affecting all the muscles on one side of the face. Although the disorder is not life-threatening, individuals may become distressed by their condition, causing them to increasingly withdraw socially.

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