Involuntary trembling, shaking, or shivering can be due to a medical condition called essential tremor. Essential tremor is a neurological condition, meaning that it relates to the brain.
- What are severe tremors?
- Is uncontrollable shaking bad?
- What is the disease that makes you shake uncontrollably?
What are severe tremors?
Essential tremor is a nervous system (neurological) disorder that causes involuntary and rhythmic shaking. It can affect almost any part of your body, but the trembling occurs most often in your hands — especially when you do simple tasks, such as drinking from a glass or tying shoelaces.
Is uncontrollable shaking bad?
Uncontrollable shaking is not necessarily a sign of serious illness, but it can be. Shaking or cramp attacks can be very disturbing. The afflicted person can suddenly lose control of parts or all of his or her body.
What is the disease that makes you shake uncontrollably?
Essential tremor (ET) is a neurological disorder that causes your hands, head, trunk, voice or legs to shake rhythmically. It is often confused with Parkinson's disease. Essential tremor is the most common trembling disorder.