Facial tics
Sudden, repetitive, nonrhythmic motor movements (spasms), involving the eyes and muscles of the face.
Also called: Myoclonus of facial muscles, Cramping of facial muscles, Facial spasms, Facial tics, Jerking of facial muscles, Mimic spasms, Spasms of facial muscles, Twitching of facial muscles, Involuntary facial muscle spasms, Muscle spasm of face.
Conditions associated with facial tics
The following conditions have been associated with facial tics in medical literature. This is informational and not a diagnosis.
Dravet syndrome
Dravet syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Familial or sporadic hemiplegic migraine
Familial or sporadic hemiplegic migraine is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms a...
Japanese encephalitis
Japanese encephalitis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
New-onset refractory status epilepticus
New-onset refractory status epilepticus is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms an...
Self-limited neonatal epilepsy
Self-limited neonatal epilepsy is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
amyloidosis, hereditary systemic 1
amyloidosis, hereditary systemic 1 is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and sig...
autosomal recessive Parkinson disease 14
A rare neurodegenerative disease usually presenting before the age of 30 and which is characterized by dystoni...
Tests providers may use to investigate facial tics
When investigating facial tics, a healthcare provider may order one or more of the following laboratory tests. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Urinalysis
Examines urine content to help detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes....
Symptoms commonly seen alongside facial tics
Depression
Frequently experiencing feelings of being down, miserable, and/or hopeless; struggling to recover from these m...
Fatigue
A subjective feeling of tiredness characterized by a lack of energy and motivation....
Fever
Body temperature elevated above the normal range....
Headache
Cephalgia, or pain sensed in various parts of the head, not confined to the area of distribution of any nerve....
Muscle weakness
Reduced strength of muscles....
Seizure
A seizure is an intermittent abnormality of nervous system physiology characterized by a transient occurrence ...
When to seek care
Seek care from a qualified healthcare provider if facial tics is severe, persistent, worsening, or accompanied by concerning symptoms. If you think you have a medical emergency, call your local emergency number immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the symptom facial tics mean?
Facial tics is a health sign or symptom described in medical literature. Sudden, repetitive, nonrhythmic motor movements (spasms), involving the eyes and muscles of the face.
Which conditions are associated with facial tics?
Facial tics has been reported in association with 7 conditions in the medical literature we index, including Dravet syndrome, Familial or sporadic hemiplegic migraine, Japanese encephalitis, New-onset refractory status epilepticus, Self-limited neonatal epilepsy. These associations do not mean you have any of these conditions.
Should I see a doctor about facial tics?
You should discuss any persistent or concerning symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider. This website does not provide diagnosis. If you have severe symptoms or signs of a medical emergency, seek care immediately.