My ESC Key Keeps Repeating Uncontrollably

Hi there,
My escape key keep repeating periodically and uncontrollably, for example 2 mins after each other. I was wondering if anyone could give me any advice on what i can do to stop it. 
Thanks

Hi,
There might be something stuck at this key, you should clean the keyboard. Or it is out of work, try a new keyboard instead.
Regards
Wade Liu
TechNet Community Support

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