What Causes Tremors In The Hands And Legs Of A Teenager?

Posted on Sat, 13 Jan 2018

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Question : My granddaughte, who is 15 years old, has been experiencing shaking hands for no reason. She says her legs also start shaking for no reason. Why?

Answered by Dr. Mirjeta Guni (18 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
About your daughters concern:

Detailed Answer:
Hello and thank you for asking!
I can understand your concern regarding to your daughter"s health.
If the shaking hands has been persisting for some days than probably an overactive thyroid is installed.
usually it is manifested with other symptoms such as; Weight loss, insomnia, excessive sweating, palpitations ect.
If shaking is her only symptom than a neurological pathology is more probable.
So she needs a detailed clinical examination to orientate the physician better about the cause.
Will be a pleasure to help you further.
Kind regards,
Dr.Mirjeta

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Nagamani Ng