Facial Twitch
If you've been around me at all lately, you know that I am struggling with facial twitching right now. I have this little think I do with my lip- kind of like a quick frown- that I do over and over and over again. I can't stop. Well, I can if I really concentrate. I blink really hard And I can't stop. Well, I can if I try really hard.
I don't know what causes it except that most things I've read online say it has something to do with stress and anxiety. I don't really feel that stressed. I probably faced some of my more stressful, anxiety filled moments during our time in Calgary, but I would have thought it would go away by now.
But, it's just getting worse. And people have started asking me if my face is OK. The kids' friends have started asking what's wrong with my face and why do I do that thing with my lip. It is so. dang. embarrassing.
So, I've been reading up on cures online. And there are some medications that can be helpful, although I don't know about side effects. And hypnosis. Which my sister says I should look in to. I'm open to just about anything right now.
Just wanted you to know if you see me on a regular basis. Or a not so regular basis. That I'm sorry. I'm so so sorry. It drives me crazy. Really, really crazy. And it's embarrassing. Really, really embarrassing.
But, how do I deal with embarrassing situations? I blog about them, of course! And, somehow, it's not quite so embarrassing if everyone knows I know.
I don't know what causes it except that most things I've read online say it has something to do with stress and anxiety. I don't really feel that stressed. I probably faced some of my more stressful, anxiety filled moments during our time in Calgary, but I would have thought it would go away by now.
But, it's just getting worse. And people have started asking me if my face is OK. The kids' friends have started asking what's wrong with my face and why do I do that thing with my lip. It is so. dang. embarrassing.
So, I've been reading up on cures online. And there are some medications that can be helpful, although I don't know about side effects. And hypnosis. Which my sister says I should look in to. I'm open to just about anything right now.
Just wanted you to know if you see me on a regular basis. Or a not so regular basis. That I'm sorry. I'm so so sorry. It drives me crazy. Really, really crazy. And it's embarrassing. Really, really embarrassing.
But, how do I deal with embarrassing situations? I blog about them, of course! And, somehow, it's not quite so embarrassing if everyone knows I know.
posted by erinlo at 1:40 PM
6 Comments:
I'm so sorry girl! You definately need to see the Dr. if you have not. I'm guessing you have? I know that some things that effect the nerves in the face are some type of infection like Bels Palsey but I think it is viral, not sure though. I'll be praying for you!Talk to you soon! Hugs!!
Sweetheart, why are you sorry? If this thing has to do with stress, the last thing you need is the burden of false guilt about it. How can I help?
--Teri.
PS--maybe the hypnosis thing would be worth looking into. I've kind of always wanted to check it out for weight loss and anger issues. Can we chat about it sometime soon?
--Teri.
Oh, I never noticed, just thought you were winking at me. Thought it meant you liked me... a lot. Actually, I'm pretty relieved to hear its a twitch!
(OK, I am just kidding - you know that)
Erin - I am going to also recommend that you look into acupuncture. It has done wonders for so many different ailments I've had; just make sure to find someone you trust and comes recommended.
What about botox? It paralyzes muscles, so I would imagine it could work in this case...and maybe take care of a few wrinkles in the process!! ((wink,wink)) Seriously though, it may be a quick and relatively easy fix and a lot of dentists are starting to do them. Just a thought. Love you!!!
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