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I am experiencing worsening resting hand tremors (over a period of months to years). right hand is worse than left, worsened by fatigue or stress?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Tremor: There are a variety of types of tremors. At this point because you are experiencing a change in your chronic condition, a medical assessment would be appropriate. Please insure that your personal physician is aware. He or she may desire to refer you for a neurological evaluation.

Answered 8/22/2013

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A member asked:

I am experiencing worsening resting hand tremors (over a period of months to years). right hand is worse than left, worsened by fatigue or stress?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

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