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Has anyone dealt with severe hand tremors (essential tremor)?

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Hand tremors: Medications in the beta-blocker group such as Propranolol (inderal) has been used. Discuss with your pcp for recommendation.

Dr Villaplana agreed

Answered 6/30/2014

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My hands tremble went to a neurologist and she said I have an essential tremor. Ive had it for at least 5 years now. Is there a way Get rid of it?

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