Tremor
An unintentional, oscillating to-and-fro muscle movement about a joint axis.
Also called: Tremor, Tremors.
Conditions associated with tremor
The following conditions have been associated with tremor in medical literature. This is informational and not a diagnosis.
3-methylglutaconic aciduria type 8
3-methylglutaconic aciduria type 8 is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and sig...
Acute intermittent porphyria
Acute intermittent porphyria is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Adult-onset autosomal dominant leukodystrophy
Adult-onset autosomal dominant leukodystrophy is a medical condition that may be associated with various sympt...
Adult-onset distal myopathy due to VCP mutation
Adult-onset distal myopathy due to VCP mutation is a medical condition that may be associated with various sym...
African trypanosomiasis
African trypanosomiasis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Aicardi-Goutières syndrome
Aicardi-Goutières syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Alexander disease
Alexander disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Alternating hemiplegia of childhood
Alternating hemiplegia of childhood is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and si...
Angelman syndrome
Angelman syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Argininosuccinic aciduria
Argininosuccinic aciduria is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Aromatic L-amino acid decarboxylase deficiency
Aromatic L-amino acid decarboxylase deficiency is a medical condition that may be associated with various symp...
Autosomal dominant Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease type 2Z
Autosomal dominant Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease type 2Z is a medical condition that may be associated with vari...
Autosomal dominant progressive external ophthalmoplegia
Autosomal dominant progressive external ophthalmoplegia is a medical condition that may be associated with var...
Autosomal dominant spastic paraplegia type 9A
Autosomal dominant spastic paraplegia type 9A is a medical condition that may be associated with various sympt...
Bilateral striopallidodentate calcinosis
Bilateral striopallidodentate calcinosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms a...
Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease X-linked dominant 1
Charcot-Marie-Tooth neuropathy that is inherited in an X-linked manner, and is associated with mutation(s) in ...
Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease type 1E
A rare subtype of CMT1 characterized by a variable clinical presentation. Onset within the first two years of ...
Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease type 4B2
Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease type 4B2 is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and s...
Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, axonal, Type 2HH
Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, axonal, Type 2HH is a medical condition that may be associated with various sympt...
Chédiak-Higashi syndrome
Chédiak-Higashi syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Citrullinemia type II
Citrullinemia type II is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Cocaine intoxication
Cocaine intoxication is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Cockayne syndrome type 1
Cockayne syndrome caused by mutation(s) in the ERCC8 gene, encoding DNA excision repair protein ERCC-8....
Cockayne syndrome type 1
Cockayne syndrome type 1 is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Cockayne syndrome type 2
Cockayne syndrome caused by mutation(s) in the ERCC6 gene, encoding DNA excision repair protein ERCC-6....
Congenital hyperinsulinism due to HNF4A deficiency
Congenital hyperinsulinism due to HNF4A deficiency is a medical condition that may be associated with various ...
Cornelia de Lange syndrome 7
Cornelia de Lange syndrome 7 is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
DNM1L-related encephalopathy due to mitochondrial and peroxisomal fission defect
DNM1L-related encephalopathy due to mitochondrial and peroxisomal fission defect is a medical condition that m...
DPAGT1-CDG
DPAGT1-CDG is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Developmental and epileptic encephalopathy 122
Developmental and epileptic encephalopathy 122 is a medical condition that may be associated with various symp...
Dursun-Ozgul neurodevelopmental syndrome
Dursun-Ozgul neurodevelopmental syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms a...
Early infantile developmental and epileptic encephalopathy
Early infantile developmental and epileptic encephalopathy is a medical condition that may be associated with ...
Encephalitis lethargica
Encephalitis lethargica is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Epilepsy with myoclonic-atonic seizures
Epilepsy with myoclonic-atonic seizures is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms an...
GM1 gangliosidosis
GM1 gangliosidosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Gaucher disease
Gaucher disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Genetic epilepsy with febrile seizure plus
Genetic epilepsy with febrile seizure plus is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms...
Graves Disease
An autoimmune condition causing hyperthyroidism, often with eye changes (bulging eyes) and goiter....
Hereditary motor and sensory neuropathy, Okinawa type
Hereditary motor and sensory neuropathy, Okinawa type is a medical condition that may be associated with vario...
Hereditary pheochromocytoma-paraganglioma
Hereditary pheochromocytoma-paraganglioma is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms ...
Tests providers may use to investigate tremor
When investigating 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...
Calcium
Measures calcium levels to evaluate bone, kidney, and parathyroid health....
Cbc, Cmp, Ua, Thyroid, & Lipid Health Tests
Our standard health test panel includes thyroid testing, a CBC, CMP, Urinalysis, & Lipid Panel. These lab test...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Fasting Glucose
Measures blood sugar after fasting to screen for diabetes and prediabetes....
Fasting Insulin
Measures insulin levels to help assess insulin resistance....
Free T3
Measures triiodothyronine, a thyroid hormone involved in metabolism....
Free T4
Measures the active form of thyroxine to help evaluate thyroid function....
Glucose 6-Phosphate Dehydrogenase G6Pd Test, Quantitative
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Glucose Blood Test
The glucose test is a blood test used to measure glucose (blood sugar) levels. Glucose is the major source of ...
Igf-1 Insulin Blood Test
Our IGF-1 blood test is commonly used to measure levels of human growth hormone (hGH) and its activity....
Reverse T3 Test
The Reverse T3 (rT3) blood test is used to help determine if an individual has "nonthyroidal illness synd...
Symptoms commonly seen alongside tremor
Bulging Eyes
Protrusion of the eyes, most commonly associated with Graves disease and thyroid eye disease....
Dizziness
A feeling of lightheadedness, unsteadiness, or faintness, which can be caused by many conditions....
Excessive Sweating
Sweating more than is needed to regulate body temperature, which can accompany fever, anxiety, hypoglycemia, o...
Fear of Dying
Intense fear of dying or losing control during a panic attack....
Hunger
The sensation of needing to eat, which can be increased by low blood sugar or metabolic conditions....
Irritability
Easily annoyed or frustrated mood, which can be caused by stress, sleep problems, hormonal changes, or mood di...
When to seek care
Seek care from a qualified healthcare provider if 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 tremor mean?
Tremor is a health sign or symptom described in medical literature. An unintentional, oscillating to-and-fro muscle movement about a joint axis.
Which conditions are associated with tremor?
Tremor has been reported in association with 126 conditions in the medical literature we index, including 3-methylglutaconic aciduria type 8, Acute intermittent porphyria, Adult-onset autosomal dominant leukodystrophy, Adult-onset distal myopathy due to VCP mutation, African trypanosomiasis. These associations do not mean you have any of these conditions.
Should I see a doctor about 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.