Feel twitching in a thigh muscle just above the knee. Multiple times at same site. Only in ine leg. What may the possible reason.

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Dr. Surbhi Bansal AgrawalGeneral Physician18yrs exp

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The most common causes of twitching are stress, fatigue, anxiety, anger, potassium deficiency, excess stimulants like coffee, tea etc, alcohol withdrawal, cigarette withdrawal.

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Dr. Sajeev KumarCardiologist38yrs exp

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Twitching can occur after physical activity because lactic acid accumulates in the muscles used during exercise. It most often affects the arms, legs, and back. Muscle twitches caused by stress and anxiety are often called ?nervous ticks.? They can affect any muscle in the body

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Dr. Santosh ShettyOrthopedic Doctor26yrs exp

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Twitching can be caused due to multiple reasons such as stress, fatigue, anxiety, anger, potassium deficiency, excess stimulants like coffee, tea etc, alcohol withdrawal, and cigarette withdrawal. Consult in person for better clarification on your issue. Thank you.

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