Benign Fasciculation Syndrome - Signs and Symptoms

Signs and Symptoms

The main symptom of benign fasciculation syndrome usually is focal or widespread involuntary muscle activity (twitching). Presenting symptoms of benign fasciculation syndrome may include :

  • Fasciculations (Primary Symptom)
  • Generalized fatigue
  • Muscle pain
  • Anxiety
  • Exercise intolerance
  • Globus sensations
  • Paraesthesias.
  • Muscle cramping

Less common symptoms include:

  • Hyperreflexia
  • Muscle Stiffness
  • Tremors
  • Itching

BFS symptoms are typically present when the muscle is at rest and are not accompanied by severe muscle weakness

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