AlexioGuadagno, ‘idiopathic’ does mean ‘of unknown origin’, but because you have had them AT ALL, and especially when you were an infant, suggests it is preexisting. Has your doctor done an EEG? Irregular brain activity is a symptom and, as you know, causes the nerves and muscles to go into spasms. But if it’s idiopathic, they can happen for various reasons.

That’s just from what I’ve learned and experienced. Although I have the preexisting condition, they can have various symptoms associated with it, including diet, too much fluid intake, or stress. I wish you all my best as you figure out how you are going to handle this diagnosis. But you always know we’re here…