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What Causes Tremors In The Hands?

I am experiencing some inability to hold objects. At times, it seems as if my hand just lets go. I have also experienced slight tremors. This is more noticable to me if I am holding items for any length of time, (glass of water, book, mini IPad). I am 62, is this a natural part of the aging process or should I be concerned?
Wed, 2 Nov 2016
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Thanks for posting on HCM
Tremor in hands may be caused by a number of medical conditions.Some of these possible causes may include:
-Essential tremor
-overactive thyroid
-cerebellar disease
-Huntington’s disease
-medication side effects
-caffeine overdose
-alcohol abuse or addiction
-anxiety
-low blood sugar
The treatment of this condition depends on the underlying cause.Treatment options may include:
*medications like propranolol, primidone, long-acting propranolol, Gabapentin, Alprazolam ....
*Surgical treatment like Deep brain stimulation, Thalamotomy
*Home measures like Use of heavier objects, Using specially designed utensils and tools, Wear wrist weights, Avoid caffeine, Use alcohol sparingly, Learn to relax.
Hope this will help
Wish you good health
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What Causes Tremors In The Hands?

Hi Thanks for posting on HCM Tremor in hands may be caused by a number of medical conditions.Some of these possible causes may include: -Essential tremor -overactive thyroid -cerebellar disease -Huntington’s disease -medication side effects -caffeine overdose -alcohol abuse or addiction -anxiety -low blood sugar The treatment of this condition depends on the underlying cause.Treatment options may include: *medications like propranolol, primidone, long-acting propranolol, Gabapentin, Alprazolam .... *Surgical treatment like Deep brain stimulation, Thalamotomy *Home measures like Use of heavier objects, Using specially designed utensils and tools, Wear wrist weights, Avoid caffeine, Use alcohol sparingly, Learn to relax. Hope this will help Wish you good health