Reassurance. Just telling the patient that it isn’t ALS and it’s a benign and common condition will often suffice. If it doesn’t suffice:
Address anxiety with psychotherapy, medications, or both.
Reduce caffeine intake, and ensure the patient gets adequate sleep.
If the first ...
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at Harvard Medical School Agree 100%. I don't even bother with pharmacology ...
I usually recommend magnesium oxide, 500-1000 mg a day, for patients with a slow GI tract. For those with a regular GI tract, I suggest magnesium gluconate, 500-1000 mg.
Additionally, I advise reducing caffeine intake, managing stress, and improving sleep. Vitamin D (2000-5000 IU), calcium, CoQ10, ...
Agree 100%. I don't even bother with pharmacology ...