Essential tremor Flashcards
1
Q
Essential tremor is the most common….
A
movement d/o
2
Q
What is the familial pattern?
A
Autosomal dominant
3
Q
What are RFs?
A
Age & genetics
4
Q
What is the pathophys?
A
Alternating or synchronous contractions of antagonistic muscles
5
Q
What temporarily relieves essential tremor?
A
Alcohol
6
Q
How do pts present?
A
Bilateral tremor of hands & forearms, or head tremor
7
Q
What labs do you use for dx?
A
- Thyroid fxn
- Chemistry
- Liver enzymes
- Heavy metal
8
Q
What imaging do you use for dx? When would you use this?
A
MRI brain (if suspect structural cause - Wilson’s, trauma, stroke)
9
Q
What is the first line tx?
A
Beta blockers - Propanolol 60-320mg/day
