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My 70 yr old brother has been feeling very shaky, trembling like symptons. i said his insulin levels coulbe low. no he is not diabetic.

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Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

See below: Would advise he see a physician, as he may have a possible neurological issue, such as parkinson's disease.

Answered 5/11/2013

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A member asked:

My 70 yr old brother has been feeling very shaky, trembling like symptons. i said his insulin levels coulbe low. no he is not diabetic.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Bennett Machanic answered

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