Essential tremor
Mildहिंदी: अत्यधिक प्लेटलेट रोग · தமிழ்: அதிக இரத்தத் தட்டு நோய் · ಕನ್ನಡ: ಅತಿಯಾದ ಪ್ಲೇಟ್ಲೆಟ್ ರೋಗ · తెలుగు: అధిక ప్లేట్లెట్ వ్యాధి · বাংলা: অতিরিক্ত প্লেটলেট রোগ · मराठी: अत्यधिक प्लेटलेट रोग · ગુજરાતી: વધારે પ્લેટલેટ રોગ
About this condition
Essential tremor is the most common movement disorder, often running in families. It causes rhythmic shaking of hands, especially when doing tasks like writing or holding a cup. It is not dangerous but can affect daily activities and usually worsens gradually with age.
Common symptoms
hand tremor during activityhead shakingvoice tremorworsening with stressfamily history of tremor
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When to see a doctor: within 2 weeks
Frequently asked questions
What are the symptoms of Essential tremor?
hand tremor during activity, head shaking, voice tremor, worsening with stress, family history of tremor.
When should I see a doctor?
within 2 weeks
Is Essential tremor common in India?
Essential tremor is commonly seen across India.
Important: This information is for general awareness only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified doctor. In an emergency, call 112.
Data sourced from NIH NLM and MOHFW India.
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