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Tremor in children.

Mohammad K Uddin1, Robert L Rodnitzky

  • 1Department of Neurology, University of Iowa, Iowa City, IA 52242, USA.

Seminars in Pediatric Neurology
|June 6, 2003
PubMed
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Childhood tremors, present from birth, are common. This review details pediatric tremor causes, symptoms, and treatments, comparing them to adult conditions.

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Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Pediatrics

Background:

  • Tremor is a frequent condition in children, often starting in the neonatal period.
  • While some childhood tremors overlap with adult conditions like essential tremor, others are unique to pediatric populations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the etiology, clinical features, and treatment of major pediatric tremor syndromes.
  • To compare childhood tremor disorders with their adult counterparts where applicable.

Main Methods:

  • Literature review of pediatric tremor syndromes.
  • Analysis of etiological factors, clinical presentations, and therapeutic strategies.
  • Comparative analysis with adult tremor disorders.

Main Results:

  • Identified common and exclusive tremor types in children, including essential tremor, shuddering, jitteriness, spasmus nutans, and vitamin B12-deficiency tremor.

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  • Detailed the distinct clinical features and etiological underpinnings of each syndrome.
  • Outlined current treatment approaches for pediatric tremors.

    • Conclusions:

    • Pediatric tremors encompass a range of disorders, some shared with adults and others specific to childhood.
    • Comprehensive understanding of these syndromes is crucial for accurate diagnosis and effective management in children.