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My hands are shivering lightly. why?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Tremor?: You might be describing a tremor. There are many types of tremor. If this is a frequent and chronic issue, you can explore it further with your physician.

Answered 3/23/2016

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