What disorder causes hands to shake?
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What disorder causes hands to shake?
Essential tremor disorder is a neurological condition that causes your hands to shake rhythmically. The head, trunk and voice might also be involved, but hand shaking is most prominent. The cause is not known, but it is often passed down from a parent to a child.
Can you be born with shaky hands?
The cause is unknown and there is no cure, although medication and surgery may help. Older people are most susceptible, but anyone of any age can develop essential tremor – a person can even be born with it. Essential tremor and Parkinson’s disease are different disorders.
Can shaky hands be genetic?
Altered gene. The inherited variety of essential tremor (familial tremor) is an autosomal dominant disorder. An altered gene from just one parent is needed to pass on the condition. If you have a parent with an altered gene for essential tremor, you have a 50% chance of developing the disorder yourself.
Why do my child’s hands shake?
Shaking hands are normally caused by tremors, involuntary muscle movements that are similar to twitches. If the shaking continues for several days or continues coming back, consult your child’s pediatrician to rule out any serious medical conditions.
Is slight shaking of hands normal?
It’s normal to have a slight tremor. For example, if you hold your hands or arms out in front of you, they will not be completely still. Sometimes a tremor becomes more noticeable.
What causes shaky hands in a child?
Muscle Problems Muscular weakness and exhaustion are especially likely to cause shaking hands. Encourage your child to stretch before exercising, to avoid overworking muscle groups and to take frequent breaks.
Should I worry about shaky hands?
A mild tremor that is not caused by another condition does not usually need any treatment. Your GP may want to monitor you to make sure it does not get any worse. Your GP may refer you to a specialist for further tests if your tremor could be a symptom of a condition such as Parkinson’s disease or multiple sclerosis.
