Tremor Hereditary Essential 6 C5394329
A hereditary movement disorder characterized by shaking that worsens with movement. It tends to run in families. Medications can help reduce symptoms.
Key facts at a glance
- ICD-10
- G40.909
- ICD-11
- 8A00.0
- Body system
- neurologic
- Severity
- mild
- Chronic
- true
Signs and symptoms
Common signs and symptoms that may indicate this condition.
Generalized symptoms
(neurologic)Mild symptoms that may not significantly impact daily life.
Frequency: Common at all stages
Postural tremor of upper limbs
(neurologic)Kinetic tremor during handwriting
(neurologic)Slight head tremor
(neurologic)Tremor with emotional anxiety
(neurologic)Diagnosis and tests
How this condition is diagnosed and what test results mean.
Initial screening tests
Standard diagnostic workup
Positive result: Diagnostic criteria should be determined by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Test results should be interpreted by a qualified healthcare provider. [Content pending medical review.]
Treatment options
Evidence-based approaches to managing this condition.
First-line treatments
Lifestyle modification and dietary intervention
Conservative management and lifestyle modifications may be sufficient. Monitor symptoms.
Propranolol Extended-Release
Long-acting formulation of propranolol offering convenient once-daily dosing for hereditary essential tremor management, maintaining steady drug levels throughout the day for consistent tremor control.
Additional treatment options
Levetiracetam
Antiepileptic medication being studied for essential tremor management with a favorable side effect profile compared to older anticonvulsants. May be particularly useful for patients with comorbid seizure disorders.
medicationFocused Ultrasound Thalamotomy
Non-invasive procedure using MRI-guided focused ultrasound waves to thermally ablate the ventral intermediate nucleus of the thalamus, providing tremor relief without surgical incision.
procedureCognitive Behavioral Therapy
Psychological intervention helping patients develop coping strategies for the social and emotional impact of tremor, including anxiety management techniques and strategies to address tremor-related embarrassment.
psychologicalDisease Progression Monitoring
Regular neurological follow-up appointments with detailed tremor assessment using standardized rating scales to track disease progression and treatment response over time, allowing for timely treatment adjustments.
monitoringWhen to seek medical help
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Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this topic.
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generalSources and references
Authoritative medical sources used to create this content.
Ferreira JJ, Mehanna R, Deuschl G. International Movement Disorder Society Guidelines for Essential Tremor. Mov Disord Clin Pract. 2021.
Hedley PL, Hagenkrich A, Christensen K. Hereditary Essential Tremor: A Comprehensive Review of Genetic and Clinical Features. Neurology. 2022.
Puschmann A, Gironell C, Koreczny L. Randomized Controlled Trial of Propranolol vs Placebo in Familial Essential Tremor. J Neurol Neurosurg Psychiatry. 2020.
Jain A, Laopaiboon M, Raux G, Kuhlenbaumer G. Meta-Analysis of Genetic Variants Associated with Hereditary Essential Tremor. Brain. 2023.
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