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My right pinky for one month has tremors at night when i try to sleep, occasionally during day. what could this be?

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Dr. John Michel answered

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Doubt it is: of significance. This is most likely muscle spasm. It may be nerve irritability. I would not get too worries as of yet. I would see your doctor if it persists. It is not usually a forerunner of more to come. Best wishes.

Answered 2/10/2016

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A member asked:

My right pinky for one month has tremors at night when i try to sleep, occasionally during day. what could this be?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. John Michel answered

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