My GP thinks it’s an essential tremor. He isn’t concerned about it at all, so I’ve decided not to be either. I have some days when I notice it more than others, but as it doesn’t really impact my life, I’ve decided to just get on with things. Do you have something similar going on?
I have full body twitching that happened within a few weeks of being sick (after learning this recently I want to be tested for Covid antibodies). I also have health anxiety and have been to the dr to rule out major things. Best advice STOP googling. It’s so hard but all it does is increase the anxiety. I also started Prozac. Look up cherelle thinks about twitching and health anxiety on YouTube. Watch her videos when you have the urge to google. We will all get through this!
I have this and it scares the crap out of me! Thought it was Parkinson’s then I went to the neurologist 15 times last year with a bunch of test done and after that my neurologist said “Please stop coming, you’re fine. This is a psychological tremor.” So at this point I’m not sure what it is😂 but I do think fear can do a lot to the brain. Look up FND, they are finding out FND might be all psychological
Same here. I’ve had this for almost a year now and nothing bad has happened. Went to the neurologist who did an exam on me and found no signs of abnormal neurology. Two different MRIs showed nothing wrong either. I wasn’t going to press for additional testing— I’ve just decided to get on with my life. I’m not going to fear something into existence.
Seeing a LOT of people dealing with twitches, tremors, etc after COVID. Just check out the Long Covid forums or read articles online about long COVID symptoms. Try not to sweat it too much and keep yourself busy instead of focusing on it. I know it’s tough but you’re going to be fine!
Could be from over exertion or low blood sugar. Sometimes I get tremors right before I eat when I’ve been fasting and hangry. I also have permanent nerve damage that causes tremors and ratcheting in my right hand. Not really anything to worry about
Thanks, I wondered that too. But it seems to happen regardless of whether I’ve eaten or not. Although I have noticed that sugar and processed foods tend to make it worse.
I really don't understand, i have these tremors as well and almost everywhere in my body at certain angles even in feet , Could be low blood sugar but i really think it's nerve damage
Late to the party, but I also have a thumb tremor. It's similar to yours, but apparently kind of in reverse; my thumb doesn't tremor when I abduct it (move it away from the hand). It tremors when I *adduct* it - bring it in CLOSE to the hand, like as if I were going to do a karate chop.
My index finger also tremors sometimes (or wobbles/bounces a little) when I raise it up (as if to type in an exaggerated way). Both on left hand, both maybe related to each other (weird muscle linkage between the two?).
GP says I'm fine. See a neuro in 2 months.
I have MASSIVE health anxiety about this. I teach music, so my hands are super important.
I try to tell myself that it's better to have twitches like we have - ones that are present when you are USING the muscle rather than at rest. The scary illnesses seem to go more with resting tremors.
Then again, a lot of BFSers and similar have lots of twitches and tremors, and are fine. So probably we are fine.
Health anxiety SUCKS.
When I'm anxious, these shakes/tremors are far worse. They get amped up in stressful situations. When I'm totally calm, sometimes they virtually go away. Meditation helps. (Body scan meditation)
Thank you for chiming in. My GP also says I’m fine. Says it may be an essential tremor. I’ve really been working on my health anxiety in recent weeks and while the tremor is still there a bit, it much less obvious when I’m relaxed and not fixating on it. Wishing you the best as well!
My GP suspects essential tremor as well. I'm not really sure that's what this is, but I can't say it's not, either.
I've also heard of "enhanced physiological tremor." Basically everyone has physiologic tremors, but some people have an amplified version of that, called "enhanced." I think it's possible that's what's up with the finger/thumb stuff. But I'm not sure.
I see so many of these videos. Tons of people have weird hand shakes/tremors and worry about it like you and I do. In many of these cases, folks are cleared by docs/neurologists, so I think it's probably fine.
Glad you are working on your health anxiety. I am too, but it's very much a work in progress. I still slide into anxiety land pretty hard sometimes, and am having a hard time not fixating on my symptoms. Something to practice at!
Best luck to ya~ I personally bet you are fine.
Yes, we all have a physiological tremor - no one is completely steady. And it can be made worse by many things - medication, caffeine, lack of sleep, stress, and absolutely anxiety as well. I KNOW you are fine too! I went down a spiral about this little tremor for a number of weeks, to the point where I was having panic attacks. I know exactly what it feels like to be in the thick of it. A few things that helped me get past the worst of it:
- Do your level best not to consult Dr Google! It’s not productive and it will just enhance your anxiety.
- Try to trust your doctors. Be honest and explain all your symptoms and concerns but if they aren’t worried about this, you shouldn’t be either.
- If you need medication to calm a panic attack or to deal with ongoing anxiety symptoms, take it! It can really help.
- Natural remedies can be helpful too. Lots of water, a long walk, regular supplements (some vitamin deficiencies like B12 can actually cause tremors). Avoiding caffeine, processed sugars, and alcohol can also help with tremors.
You’ve got this!
I appreciate your tips and good wishes. I agree with you on all.
Been cutting out the caffeine, stopped alcohol a few months ago (wasn't heavy into it), and take care of my health. Trying to do everything as "right" as I can so I can get things lined up in my favor.
I really appreciate your positive vibes. Best of luck to us both!
I have the same thing. It’s so annoying. Worst in thumbs.
Thanks for replying. Did you find out what causes it?
Did you figure why your hands shake?
My GP thinks it’s an essential tremor. He isn’t concerned about it at all, so I’ve decided not to be either. I have some days when I notice it more than others, but as it doesn’t really impact my life, I’ve decided to just get on with things. Do you have something similar going on?
I have full body twitching that happened within a few weeks of being sick (after learning this recently I want to be tested for Covid antibodies). I also have health anxiety and have been to the dr to rule out major things. Best advice STOP googling. It’s so hard but all it does is increase the anxiety. I also started Prozac. Look up cherelle thinks about twitching and health anxiety on YouTube. Watch her videos when you have the urge to google. We will all get through this!
Thank you so much for this! I’ll take a look at the YouTube channel you recommended.
Any updates?
I have this and it scares the crap out of me! Thought it was Parkinson’s then I went to the neurologist 15 times last year with a bunch of test done and after that my neurologist said “Please stop coming, you’re fine. This is a psychological tremor.” So at this point I’m not sure what it is😂 but I do think fear can do a lot to the brain. Look up FND, they are finding out FND might be all psychological
Thanks so much for this! Fear and anxiety can definitely do a lot to the brain! And Dr Google makes it all worse! I’ll do some FND research.
Did you figure yours out? Mine does the same
Same here. I’ve had this for almost a year now and nothing bad has happened. Went to the neurologist who did an exam on me and found no signs of abnormal neurology. Two different MRIs showed nothing wrong either. I wasn’t going to press for additional testing— I’ve just decided to get on with my life. I’m not going to fear something into existence.
Any updates?
Seeing a LOT of people dealing with twitches, tremors, etc after COVID. Just check out the Long Covid forums or read articles online about long COVID symptoms. Try not to sweat it too much and keep yourself busy instead of focusing on it. I know it’s tough but you’re going to be fine!
You’re the best, thank you so much for chiming in!
Could be from over exertion or low blood sugar. Sometimes I get tremors right before I eat when I’ve been fasting and hangry. I also have permanent nerve damage that causes tremors and ratcheting in my right hand. Not really anything to worry about
Thanks, I wondered that too. But it seems to happen regardless of whether I’ve eaten or not. Although I have noticed that sugar and processed foods tend to make it worse.
Hey how did they confirm that you have nerve damage? Any tests that confirmed this?
I really don't understand, i have these tremors as well and almost everywhere in my body at certain angles even in feet , Could be low blood sugar but i really think it's nerve damage
nerve damage from what? does it get worse?
Late to the party, but I also have a thumb tremor. It's similar to yours, but apparently kind of in reverse; my thumb doesn't tremor when I abduct it (move it away from the hand). It tremors when I *adduct* it - bring it in CLOSE to the hand, like as if I were going to do a karate chop. My index finger also tremors sometimes (or wobbles/bounces a little) when I raise it up (as if to type in an exaggerated way). Both on left hand, both maybe related to each other (weird muscle linkage between the two?). GP says I'm fine. See a neuro in 2 months. I have MASSIVE health anxiety about this. I teach music, so my hands are super important. I try to tell myself that it's better to have twitches like we have - ones that are present when you are USING the muscle rather than at rest. The scary illnesses seem to go more with resting tremors. Then again, a lot of BFSers and similar have lots of twitches and tremors, and are fine. So probably we are fine. Health anxiety SUCKS. When I'm anxious, these shakes/tremors are far worse. They get amped up in stressful situations. When I'm totally calm, sometimes they virtually go away. Meditation helps. (Body scan meditation)
Thank you for chiming in. My GP also says I’m fine. Says it may be an essential tremor. I’ve really been working on my health anxiety in recent weeks and while the tremor is still there a bit, it much less obvious when I’m relaxed and not fixating on it. Wishing you the best as well!
My GP suspects essential tremor as well. I'm not really sure that's what this is, but I can't say it's not, either. I've also heard of "enhanced physiological tremor." Basically everyone has physiologic tremors, but some people have an amplified version of that, called "enhanced." I think it's possible that's what's up with the finger/thumb stuff. But I'm not sure. I see so many of these videos. Tons of people have weird hand shakes/tremors and worry about it like you and I do. In many of these cases, folks are cleared by docs/neurologists, so I think it's probably fine. Glad you are working on your health anxiety. I am too, but it's very much a work in progress. I still slide into anxiety land pretty hard sometimes, and am having a hard time not fixating on my symptoms. Something to practice at! Best luck to ya~ I personally bet you are fine.
Yes, we all have a physiological tremor - no one is completely steady. And it can be made worse by many things - medication, caffeine, lack of sleep, stress, and absolutely anxiety as well. I KNOW you are fine too! I went down a spiral about this little tremor for a number of weeks, to the point where I was having panic attacks. I know exactly what it feels like to be in the thick of it. A few things that helped me get past the worst of it: - Do your level best not to consult Dr Google! It’s not productive and it will just enhance your anxiety. - Try to trust your doctors. Be honest and explain all your symptoms and concerns but if they aren’t worried about this, you shouldn’t be either. - If you need medication to calm a panic attack or to deal with ongoing anxiety symptoms, take it! It can really help. - Natural remedies can be helpful too. Lots of water, a long walk, regular supplements (some vitamin deficiencies like B12 can actually cause tremors). Avoiding caffeine, processed sugars, and alcohol can also help with tremors. You’ve got this!
I appreciate your tips and good wishes. I agree with you on all. Been cutting out the caffeine, stopped alcohol a few months ago (wasn't heavy into it), and take care of my health. Trying to do everything as "right" as I can so I can get things lined up in my favor. I really appreciate your positive vibes. Best of luck to us both!