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Remember that most hand tremors have benign causes that can be managed effectively. Getting proper evaluation can provide peace of mind and appropriate treatment for whatever is causing your symptoms.

Question: I am a 45-year-old woman and have a mild tremor that causes my hands to shake. It is especially noticeable when I hold a coffee cup. Several relatives have a similar tremor, and I never t… ...

"While it could be, it's much more likely to be a benign tremor, what’s called an essential tremor,” said Dr. John Swatzberg, head of the editorial board at the UC Berkeley Wellness Letter.

Essential tremor (ET) is a brain condition that causes uncontrollable shaking of the hands, head, and voice. In some cases, it can also cause your legs and trunk to shake. Also called benign essential ...

Tremors can be a sign of Parkinson’s but also of more-benign conditions September 24, 2018 More than 6 years ago Essential tremor is a nervous-system problem that causes unintentional shaking ...

It's called a benign tremor to signify that it doesn't indicate a threat to health or longevity. The hands might not be the only things that shake. The head can bob, ...

DEAR DR. DONOHUE: I have benign essential tremor. Friends and family are convinced I have Parkinson’s disease because of the tremor in my hands, head and voice. Will you please explain the ...

Essential tremors are the most common types of tremor and are usually referred to as a benign or what is known as a Benign Essential Tremor. Once a person has been diagnosed with a tremor, ...

Tremor is very common, especially in older patients. The most common causes are benign essential/familial tremor, Parkinson’s disease, physiologic tremor and intention (cerebellar) tremor.

Dear Dr. Donohue: I am a 62-year-old man with benign, essential tremor. I am taking Mysoline tablets, but they are not helping me. Is there a better medication? — A.C. Dear A.C: “Essent… ...