Head tremor
An unintentional, oscillating to-and-fro muscle movement affecting head movement.
Also called: Head tremor.
Conditions associated with head tremor
The following conditions have been associated with head tremor in medical literature. This is informational and not a diagnosis.
Autosomal recessive cerebellar ataxia due to STUB1 deficiency
Autosomal recessive cerebellar ataxia due to STUB1 deficiency is a medical condition that may be associated wi...
Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease type 1F
Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease type 1F is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and si...
Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease type 4C
Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease type 4C is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and si...
Spinocerebellar ataxia type 36
Spinocerebellar ataxia type 36 is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Spinocerebellar ataxia type 42
Spinocerebellar ataxia type 42 is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
focal segmental glomerulosclerosis and neurodevelopmental syndrome
A Mendelian diseases characterized by global developmental delay and renal dysfunction manifest as proteinuria...
spastic paraplegia 92, autosomal recessive
spastic paraplegia 92, autosomal recessive is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms...
spinocerebellar ataxia 52
spinocerebellar ataxia 52 is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
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 head tremor
When investigating head 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 head tremor
Anxiety
Intense feelings of nervousness, tension, or panic often arise in response to interpersonal stresses. There is...
Constipation
Infrequent or difficult evacuation of feces....
Depression
Frequently experiencing feelings of being down, miserable, and/or hopeless; struggling to recover from these m...
Dysphagia
Difficulty in swallowing....
Failure to thrive
Failure to thrive (FTT) refers to a child whose physical growth is substantially below the norm....
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 head 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 head tremor mean?
Head tremor is a health sign or symptom described in medical literature. An unintentional, oscillating to-and-fro muscle movement affecting head movement.
Which conditions are associated with head tremor?
Head tremor has been reported in association with 9 conditions in the medical literature we index, including Autosomal recessive cerebellar ataxia due to STUB1 deficiency, Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease type 1F, Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease type 4C, Spinocerebellar ataxia type 36, Spinocerebellar ataxia type 42. These associations do not mean you have any of these conditions.
Should I see a doctor about head 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.