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My right thumb tremors/shakes when only i bend it. what can be causing this? it does not tremor at rest only when bent to type. no other symptoms.

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Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

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Tremor: Could be some type of irritation to the pulley system of your thumb. Electrolyte problems such as potassium, sodium, magnesium or calcium problem could be a factor. Some type of primary irritation to the muscle.

Answered 6/25/2019

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A member asked:

My right thumb tremors/shakes when only i bend it. what can be causing this? it does not tremor at rest only when bent to type. no other symptoms.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

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