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Tremor

Specialty: Neurology.

  • tremor
  • tremors
  • shaking hands

Why it occurs

  • Essential tremor
  • Parkinson's
  • Hyperthyroidism
  • Drugs/caffeine
  • Alcohol withdrawal
  • Anxiety

Initial workup

Characterize (rest/action); TSH; review medications and consumption; assess parkinsonism.

red flags

Rest tremor with rigidity and slowness (parkinsonism) or sudden onset → neurological assessment.

Standard management

  • Beta blocker (propranolol) — essential tremor
  • Treat the cause — thyroid, drugs, etc.

Educational guidance for study. It is NOT a prescription recommendation. The actual choice depends on the cause, the patient, and current guidelines.

PreviousExcessive daytime sleepiness
Area
Neurology
Listed causes
6
Treatment options
2
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