Action tremor
A tremor present when the limbs are active, either when outstretched in a certain position or throughout a voluntary movement.
Also called: Ataxic tremor.
Conditions associated with action tremor
The following conditions have been associated with action tremor in medical literature. This is informational and not a diagnosis.
Adult-onset autosomal dominant leukodystrophy
Adult-onset autosomal dominant leukodystrophy is a medical condition that may be associated with various sympt...
Alacrimia-choreoathetosis-liver dysfunction syndrome
Alacrimia-choreoathetosis-liver dysfunction syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with variou...
Autosomal recessive progressive external ophthalmoplegia
Autosomal recessive progressive external ophthalmoplegia is a medical condition that may be associated with va...
Classic galactosemia
Classic galactosemia is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Cockayne syndrome
Cockayne syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Dravet syndrome
Dravet syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Morgagni-Stewart-Morel syndrome
Morgagni-Stewart-Morel syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Wiedemann-Rautenstrauch syndrome
Wiedemann-Rautenstrauch syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs...
biotin-responsive basal ganglia disease
Any thiamine-responsive dysfunction syndrome in which the cause of the disease is a variation in the SLC19A3 g...
developmental and epileptic encephalopathy, 56
developmental and epileptic encephalopathy, 56 is a medical condition that may be associated with various symp...
fragile X-associated tremor/ataxia syndrome
Fragile X-associated tremor/ataxia syndrome (FXTAS) is a rare neurodegenerative disorder characterized by adul...
neurodevelopmental disorder with speech delay, movement abnormalities, and seizures
A neurodevelopmental disorder caused by a variation in the UNC13A gene, characterized by variable degrees of d...
neuronopathy, distal hereditary motor, autosomal recessive 11, with spasticity
neuronopathy, distal hereditary motor, autosomal recessive 11, with spasticity is a medical condition that may...
spastic paraplegia 92, autosomal recessive
spastic paraplegia 92, autosomal recessive is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms...
spinocerebellar ataxia type 29
Spinocerebellar ataxia type 29 (SCA29) is a rare subtype of autosomal dominant cerebellar ataxia type I (ADCA ...
Tests providers may use to investigate action tremor
When investigating action tremor, a healthcare provider may order one or more of the following laboratory tests. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Urinalysis
Examines urine content to help detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes....
Symptoms commonly seen alongside action tremor
Depression
Frequently experiencing feelings of being down, miserable, and/or hopeless; struggling to recover from these m...
Dysphagia
Difficulty in swallowing....
Fever
Body temperature elevated above the normal range....
Headache
Cephalgia, or pain sensed in various parts of the head, not confined to the area of distribution of any nerve....
Muscle weakness
Reduced strength of muscles....
Seizure
A seizure is an intermittent abnormality of nervous system physiology characterized by a transient occurrence ...
When to seek care
Seek care from a qualified healthcare provider if action tremor is severe, persistent, worsening, or accompanied by concerning symptoms. If you think you have a medical emergency, call your local emergency number immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the symptom action tremor mean?
Action tremor is a health sign or symptom described in medical literature. A tremor present when the limbs are active, either when outstretched in a certain position or throughout a voluntary movement.
Which conditions are associated with action tremor?
Action tremor has been reported in association with 15 conditions in the medical literature we index, including Adult-onset autosomal dominant leukodystrophy, Alacrimia-choreoathetosis-liver dysfunction syndrome, Autosomal recessive progressive external ophthalmoplegia, Classic galactosemia, Cockayne syndrome. These associations do not mean you have any of these conditions.
Should I see a doctor about action tremor?
You should discuss any persistent or concerning symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider. This website does not provide diagnosis. If you have severe symptoms or signs of a medical emergency, seek care immediately.