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Benign Essential Tremor Syndrome

Underlying Cause

Benign Essential Tremor Syndrome Underlying Cause

The cause of benign essential tremor syndrome is unknown, although over half of the cases are inherited.

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Last Updated: Mar 17, 2008 References

Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MD; John H. Beckett, MD; D. Scott Gettings, MD

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