Association of Essential Tremor and Parkinson’s Disease Development

Authors

Alexander Gosch, Brigham Young University
Mary David, Brigham Young University

Keywords

essential tremor, Parkinson's disease, neurological disorders

College

Life Sciences

Department

Microbiology and Molecular Biology

Abstract

Essential tremor (ET) is a neurological disorder characterized by symmetrical tremor of the upper limbs. Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a similar disorder, also characterized by tremor, with a few differences: ET tremor is mostly seen during action, while PD tremor is more prevalent while at rest. PD is characterized by problems with walking and balance, while ET is characterized primarily by tremor without balance problems. PD symptoms generally improve with the use of the drug levodopa while ET responds better to the drugs propranolol and primidone.

Recommended Citation

Gosch, Alexander and David, Mary (2018) "Association of Essential Tremor and Parkinson’s Disease Development," Journal of Undergraduate Research: Vol. 2018: Iss. 1, Article 154.
Available at: https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/jur/vol2018/iss1/154