Shaking, Shivering, or Tremors
Shaking, shivering or tremors are among the more noticeable symptoms of hypoglycemia. Shaking, shivering, and tremors are involuntary and often rhythmic muscular contractions that lead to shaking movements in one or more body parts. Typically, these movements manifest in the hands but also in the torso, legs, vocal cords, arms, and head. These movements can also be intermittent or constant and can happen sporadically or as a result of a different disorder.
They are common among adults, mainly middle-aged individuals, although they can happen to people of any age. This condition affects men and women equally, and although it isn’t threatening, it can be pretty embarrassing, especially if it hinders work and daily routines.
Tremors, shivering, and shaking can be categorized into two – resting and action tremors. Resting tremors happen when the person is at rest. The hands, legs, or arms may tremble even when the person is sitting or doing nothing. Action tremors, meanwhile, happen when the person moves. Action tremors can be postural, kinetic, task-specific, intentional, or isometric. Beta-blocking and anti-seizure medications can treat tremors, although focused ultrasound and Botox are also viable options.
