Question
Why do children’s hands shake when they are eating or holding something?
Answer
Children may experience hand tremors while eating or holding objects, which are more noticeable when their hands are relaxed. Past medical examinations have shown that the child’s electroencephalogram is normal, and a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) of the head has revealed an open cleft interhemispheric space and the formation of the fifth ventricle. In this case, possible causes include hand resting tremors due to neurological conduction abnormalities or hyperthyroidism. Since the child has an open cleft interhemispheric space issue, this may be related to the hand tremors. Suggested measures include:
- Early surgical treatment for the open cleft interhemispheric space issue.
- Blood tests to check T3, T4, and TSH levels to rule out the possibility of hyperthyroidism. We hope these suggestions are helpful to you.