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Can an std affect the nervous system like cause shaky feelings in hands and limbs?

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Dr. Samuel Lee answered

Yes: Advanced stages of syphilis can affect central nervous system

Dr Friedlander agreed

Answered 7/22/2015

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Dr. Ed Friedlander answered

Yes: At your age, the most likely cause is benign familial tremor. There are many other causes of tremor as well. Your physician can help you figure out the cause.

Dr Ghattas and another doctor agreed

Answered 7/22/2015

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A member asked:

Can an std affect the nervous system like cause shaky feelings in hands and limbs?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Samuel Lee answered

Dr Friedlander agreed

Dr. Ed Friedlander answered

Dr Ghattas and another doctor agreed

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