What Causes Hand Tremors?

Essential tremor, a neurological disorder, is a common cause of hand tremors.

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Parkinson's disease can cause resting tremors in hands.

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Anxiety and stress can trigger hand tremors.

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Caffeine consumption can exacerbate hand tremors.

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Certain medications, such as those for asthma or psychiatric conditions, can cause hand tremors.

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Withdrawal from alcohol or benzodiazepines can lead to hand tremors.

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Hyperthyroidism can cause hand tremors due to excess thyroid hormones.

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Vitamin deficiencies, such as B12 deficiency, can contribute to hand tremors.

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Certain neurological conditions, like multiple sclerosis, can cause hand tremors.

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Trauma or injury to the brain or nerves can result in hand tremors.

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