Guest guest Posted September 10, 1999 Report Share Posted September 10, 1999 My doc told me essential just means no known cause. Hence he said I had familial essential tremor -- inherited tremor of unknown cause. J >From: Nina <ncampbell@...> >Reply- onelist > onelist >Subject: Re: [ ] Shaking >Date: Fri, 10 Sep 1999 20:08:05 -0500 >MIME-Version: 1.0 >From errors-165537-6350-shireen42 Fri Sep 10 18:02:53 1999 >Received: from [209.207.164.223] by hotmail.com (2.1) with ESMTP id >MHotMailB9A2F53B0089D820F3A6D1CFA4DF51790; Fri Sep 10 18:02:53 1999 >Received: (qmail 23528 invoked by alias); 11 Sep 1999 01:02:44 -0000 >Received: (qmail 23497 invoked from network); 11 Sep 1999 01:02:44 -0000 >Received: from unknown (HELO pop.centuryinter.net) (209.142.136.253) by >pop1.onelist.com with SMTP; 11 Sep 1999 01:02:44 -0000 >Received: from nortexinfo.net (ppp084.nortexinfo.net [209.142.131.98]) by >pop.centuryinter.net (8.9.3/8.9.3) with ESMTP id UAA08363 for >< onelist>; Fri, 10 Sep 1999 20:02:46 -0500 (CDT) >Message-ID: <37D9AB75.69282132@...> >X-Mailer: Mozilla 4.61 [en] (Win95; U) >X-Accept-Language: en >References: <f92d8286.250a3a48@...> >Mailing-List: list onelist; contact > -owneronelist >Delivered-mailing list onelist >Precedence: bulk >List-Unsubscribe: <mailto: -unsubscribeONElist> > >From: Nina <ncampbell@...> > >My neurologist told me there are two kinds of tremors ... familial and >essential. Familial is inherited and essential is not. He said >everyone is an inch away from having hands that tremor. > >He had me close my eyes and hold out my hands (palms down). He said a >person's brain (one with no tremor) knows where the hands are and is >able to keep them still. But a person who has a tremor, his brain does >not know for sure where his hands are, therefore they shake. He said >you have to close your eyes, otherwise your brain will see your hands >and not shake. > >I also read, but for the life of me can't remember where, that most >people with PBC have hand tremors. I don't know about AIH. The article >did not specify why PBCers have tremors. My guess is it is a lack of >oxygen to the brain. That's also what causes the forgetfulness and >brain fog. > >Nina in Texas >PBCer > >--------------------------- Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 10, 1999 Report Share Posted September 10, 1999 My neurologist told me there are two kinds of tremors ... familial and essential. Familial is inherited and essential is not. He said everyone is an inch away from having hands that tremor. He had me close my eyes and hold out my hands (palms down). He said a person's brain (one with no tremor) knows where the hands are and is able to keep them still. But a person who has a tremor, his brain does not know for sure where his hands are, therefore they shake. He said you have to close your eyes, otherwise your brain will see your hands and not shake. I also read, but for the life of me can't remember where, that most people with PBC have hand tremors. I don't know about AIH. The article did not specify why PBCers have tremors. My guess is it is a lack of oxygen to the brain. That's also what causes the forgetfulness and brain fog. Nina in Texas PBCer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 11, 1999 Report Share Posted September 11, 1999 My hands shook when I had hyperthyroidism (Graves disease). It was caused by too much thyroid hormone. Once I was treated the shaking stopped. Graves disease is another autoimmune and goes hand in hand with AIH many times. If you haven't, it's a good idea to have regular checks on your TSH and thyroxine levels (thryoid hormone producing levels). Roxanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 12, 1999 Report Share Posted September 12, 1999 Roxanne, I had serious tremors in one hand after I was diagnosed with AIH and coincidentally when I was on the highest doses of Prednisone and Imuran. Before I started taking the meds I had no tremor and as my meds decreased, so did the tremor. No sign of it anymore. I wonder if it was only coincidental that the AIH caused it's worst obvious effects just when I had a biopsy or if it was the meds? The tremor was so severe that I couldn't hold anything in that hand without the support of the other, but I didn't have that flapping condition someone else mentioned. Take care, Geri Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 12, 1999 Report Share Posted September 12, 1999 Geri, In your case it sounds as if the shaking was caused by the prednisone. It did cause mild shakiness for me at the high doses and it only makes sense since it does simulate adrenal hormones and races our bodies up. Roxanne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 12, 1999 Report Share Posted September 12, 1999 Roxanne, I was certainly relieved that the tremors stopped. I guess the real risk was for development of encepha-whatsis(?) which goes with the " brain fog " that can occur with liver failure. I had some degree of problem at first but it was quickly brought under control and I've been okay for more than a year. Still, anyone who is having tremors and also some feelings of confusion and memory loss should be alert to the possibility that a problem is developing. Scripps even had me tested for cognizance. I saw a psychiatrist who had me do dumb things like count backwards (pity someone who's lousy with numbers) and name dead presidents. Take care, Geri Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 2, 2006 Report Share Posted October 2, 2006 Just started taking 10 mg Lex on Friday. I used to take Celexa, been off for a year, depression and some OCD back Has anyone felt shaking after they starting taking Lexapro? Thanks, Darren Has that been your only side~effect so far? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 2, 2006 Report Share Posted October 2, 2006 Lexapro.com is an excellent resource for info on side effects. I found it was an easy to use web site and learned much about it. Sue C From: TERRY [mailto: terry120953@...]Lexapro@...: Mon, 2 Oct 2006 18:42:25 -0400Subject: Re: shaking Just started taking 10 mg Lex on Friday. I used to take Celexa, been off for a year, depression and some OCD back Has anyone felt shaking after they starting taking Lexapro?Thanks,DarrenHas that been your only side~effect so far? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 30, 2008 Report Share Posted October 30, 2008 alyssa my 5 yr old,has moments when she excited and/or nervous and will have what seem like involuntary tremors and she also crosses her fingers during this. but she will also cross her fingers throught out the day. she is easily excitable or nervous so this can happen from just hearing a unfamilar noise in the background at home. [ ] Shaking From: " Trevor Ferrin " <bethferrin@...> Hi, My 3 1/2 year old daughter was recently diagnosed with Apraxia. She also shakes and/or tremors mildly on occasion. Has anyone out there noticed a similar problem with their apraxic child? Thanks! - Beth Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 30, 2008 Report Share Posted October 30, 2008 Hi, My 3 1/2 year old daughter was recently diagnosed with Apraxia. She also shakes and/or tremors mildly on occasion. Has anyone out there noticed a similar problem with their apraxic child? Thanks! - Beth Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 12, 2011 Report Share Posted April 12, 2011 Has anyone noticed they are shaking more than usual. I guess my head has been shaking a bit for the past two years. My co-workers and friends and family have noticed this. Does this come with the muscle issue of the Fibromyalgia? Should I be taking more supplements for any of this? I have osteo-arthritis in my back, but my main issue is the muscle fatigue and pain. I have not been good about my diet as I work in a school cafeteria and need to taste what I am cooking plus I'm hungry at work and give in to the fabulous bread we get. I know, I know, I recommend gluten free but I am also allergic to corn, soy, and rice besides wheat. They all make me fat, tired, uncoordinated, and give me brain fog. I keep forgetting (sigh) to mention it to my doctor when I can afford to go to her. in La Selva Beach CA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 13, 2011 Report Share Posted April 13, 2011 Schmidt wrote: > Has anyone noticed they are shaking more than usual. I guess my head has > been shaking a bit for the past two years. People always make the mistake of assuming that everything is related to their disease. You can develop other problems. You should be evaluated by a neurologist to rule out essential tremor and other neurological problems. It can start with the head. Jeri <teewinot13@...> @>--->---->-------------------<----<---<@ Dr. Pall's NO/ONOO- Theory/Treatment Discussion Group: TenthParadigmSociety @>----------<---------->-----------------------<----------<----------<@ The Tenth Paradigm - Dr. Pall's Website for CFS/MCS/FM/ETC.: http://www.thetenthparadigm.org @>----------<---------->-----------------------<----------<----------<@ MCS-Florida - For All Chemically Sensitive Floridians MCS-Florida Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 14, 2011 Report Share Posted April 14, 2011 On 4/13/2011 4:17 PM, Teewinot wrote: > > Schmidt wrote: > > > Has anyone noticed they are shaking more than usual. I guess my head > has > > been shaking a bit for the past two years. > > People always make the mistake of assuming that everything is related to > their disease. You can develop other problems. You should be evaluated > by a neurologist to rule out essential tremor and other neurological > problems. It can start with the head. > Thank you, I had never heard of Essential Tremor but have checked it out online. We have no health insurance so hate going to doctors to spend $$ for the circular file of no help. in La Selva Beach CA Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 14, 2011 Report Share Posted April 14, 2011 Hey there Consider being tested for mercury. I had the same symptoms that cleared after treating the mercury. Sent from my iPhone On Apr 14, 2011, at 11:54 AM, Schmidt <schmidtmba@...> wrote: > On 4/13/2011 4:17 PM, Teewinot wrote: > > > > Schmidt wrote: > > > > > Has anyone noticed they are shaking more than usual. I guess my head > > has > > > been shaking a bit for the past two years. > > > > People always make the mistake of assuming that everything is related to > > their disease. You can develop other problems. You should be evaluated > > by a neurologist to rule out essential tremor and other neurological > > problems. It can start with the head. > > > Thank you, I had never heard of Essential Tremor but have checked it out > online. We have no health insurance so hate going to doctors to spend $$ > for the circular file of no help. in La Selva Beach CA > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 14, 2011 Report Share Posted April 14, 2011 Schmidt wrote: > Thank you, I had never heard of Essential Tremor but have checked it out > online. We have no health insurance so hate going to doctors to spend $$ > for the circular file of no help. in La Selva Beach CA You're welcome. I here ya on that! I have essential tremor. It's in my hands, but on rare occasion, I get some head tremors when I try to do certain things ... like stick my chin on the ledge of that frame for getting ones eyes examined (if all things!). It does get worse with age. I've noticed the increase over the years. It could be that, but it could be some other neurological problem, so best to get it checked out if you can. I just like to remind everyone that you can't always assume the problem is due to your FM, CFS, MCS, etc. We can still get other problems and diseases, some of which can kill. I have seen people die from making the wrong assumption. Jeri <teewinot13@...> @>--->---->-------------------<----<---<@ Dr. Pall's NO/ONOO- Theory/Treatment Discussion Group: TenthParadigmSociety @>----------<---------->-----------------------<----------<----------<@ The Tenth Paradigm - Dr. Pall's Website for CFS/MCS/FM/ETC.: http://www.thetenthparadigm.org @>----------<---------->-----------------------<----------<----------<@ MCS-Florida - For All Chemically Sensitive Floridians MCS-Florida Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted April 19, 2011 Report Share Posted April 19, 2011 i had something like that until i removed dental mercury and detoxed. > > > > > Has anyone noticed they are shaking more than usual. I guess my head > > has > > > been shaking a bit for the past two years. > > > > People always make the mistake of assuming that everything is related to > > their disease. You can develop other problems. You should be evaluated > > by a neurologist to rule out essential tremor and other neurological > > problems. It can start with the head. > > > Thank you, I had never heard of Essential Tremor but have checked it out > online. We have no health insurance so hate going to doctors to spend $$ > for the circular file of no help. in La Selva Beach CA > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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