By the way, doctor: What can I do about twitching eyelids?
There are several things you can do to ease the spasms. Close the eye and apply a warm compress — or try pulling gently on the lid. Get more sleep, and reduce your caffeine and alcohol intake. If the twitching occurs while you're reading or using a computer, relax your eyes occasionally by focusing on something in the distance. If your eyes are dry or irritated, use lubricant eyedrops such as Refresh, Systane, Thera Tears, or Visine Tears.
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