Essential tremors are the widely prevalent trembling neurologic disorder characterized by uncontrolled and rhythmic shaking of the head, arms, legs, body, and voice. It is gradual in onset, and more noticeable on any one side of the body, aggravated with movement, stress, fatigue, or extreme temperature, and a 'yes-yes' or 'no-no' motion of the head. Though it does not produce serious complications, it interferes with day-to-day activities.
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My father has tremors in his right hand. How to cure this?
Query: Hello doctor, My father who is 72 years old has a problem of uncontrolled shaking of his right hand for the past three years. The problem has increased over the years and now he finds it difficult to hold the toothbrush also. Some works he can do without much difficulty like riding a scooter, sweepi... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Based on the symptoms you have described, your father likely has an "essential tremor." This is a very common neurological condition affecting 4% of the elderly population. Yes, it is not Parkinson' s disease but it has to be differentiated from Parkinson's disease by... Read Full »