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Reliable, easy-to-read patient information on common medical conditions — written in plain language, free of jargon, and grounded in current evidence. Browse the most frequent diagnoses, understand what they mean for everyday life, and learn which steps and questions help you have a focused conversation with your doctor.

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Tremor diagnostic study of choice

Introduction

Overview

Overview

Tremor is primarily diagnosed based on the clinical presentation. Diagnosing the underlying cause of tremor is also a clinical diagnosis based on, a detailed history taking, observing patient as they enter the room and during history taking, followed by a focused physical exam.

Diagnostic Study of Choice

Diagnostic Study of Choice

Study of choice

Tremor is primarily diagnosed based on the clinical presentation. Diagnosing the underlying cause of tremor is also a clinical diagnosis based on: ^[1]^[2]
- A detailed history taking
- Observing patient when they enter the room and during history taking.
- Focused physical examination
Aim is to identify:
- Type of tremor
- Onset, frequency of tremor, location, unilateral/bilateral
- Signs and symptoms associated with it.

References

References

↑ Puschmann A, Wszolek ZK (2011). “Diagnosis and treatment of common forms of tremor”. Semin Neurol. 31 (1): 65–77. doi:10.1055/s-0031-1271312. PMC 3907068. PMID 21321834.
↑ Charles PD, Esper GJ, Davis TL, Maciunas RJ, Robertson D (1999). “Classification of tremor and update on treatment”. Am Fam Physician. 59 (6): 1565–72. PMID 10193597.

Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Zehra Malik, M.B.B.S [2]