Tremor

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Tremor

A tremor is a rhythmic oscillation of a body part and usually refers to the movements around the small joints of the hands.

Causes

Resting Tremor

• Parkinson’s disease

Action Tremor

• Benign essential tremor

• Physiological

• Chronic respiratory disease

• Thyrotoxicosis

Drugs

■ Alcohol (including alcohol withdrawal)

■ Drug withdrawal (benzodiazepines, opiates)

■ Beta agonists

■ Ciclosporin

■ Anti-psychotic medications

Intention Tremor

• Cerebellar disease

History

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