What is Essential Tremor?
Tremor, also known as shaking disease, is a neurological disorder that causes involuntary and uncontrollable shaking or trembling movements, most commonly seen in the hands but also affecting the arms, legs, head and vocal cords.
Although tremor is not life-threatening, it can cause difficulties and lead to disability. Additionally, it can make daily living tasks, such as writing, eating, shaving, and dressing, difficult.
What are the symptoms of essential tremor?
The most common symptoms of tremor disease are listed as follows:
Rhythmic shaking of hands, arms, head, legs, or torso
shaky voice
Difficulty writing or drawing
Difficulty holding and controlling tools, equipment, or other items
In some cases, tremors can be triggered by stress, strong emotions, physical fatigue, or making certain movements.
What Causes Essential Tremor Problem?
The most common causes of tremor, also known as shaking disease, are genetic predisposition, neurological problems such as multiple sclerosis, Parkinson's disease, stroke, traumatic brain injury, diseases such as kidney failure and hyperthyroidism, as well as alcohol withdrawal, anxiety and panic.
Other causes of tremor disease can be listed as follows:
Asthma, chemotherapy, corticosteroids, and medications used for some psychiatric and neurological disorders
Exposure to heavy metals such as mercury, manganese, lead, arsenic, other neurotoxins, and pesticides
Excessive caffeine consumption
Thyroid disorder
Liver or kidney failure
Diabetes
Stress, anxiety, or fatigue can cause tremors.
