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Our Tremor Main Article provides a comprehensive look at the who, what, when and how of Tremor

Definition of Tremor

Tremor: Any abnormal repetitive shaking movement of the body. Tremors have many causes and can be inherited, be related to illnesses such as thyroid disease, or caused by fever, hypothermia, drugs or fear.


Last Editorial Review: 10/31/2003

Common Misspellings: tremour

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