I dont have tremors but I was diagnosed with Tardive Dyskinesia-involuntary movements. It affected eating because I was constantly moving and biting my tongues and cheeks and caused problems swallowing. I am on meds Amantadine and Austedo XR.
May 5
Yes, lupus can cause tremors, though they aren't among the most common symptoms. They can range from barely noticeable to significantly affecting daily life.
There are a few main reasons tremors may occur with lupus:
- Nervous system involvement – When lupus affects the nervous system (called neuropsychiatric lupus or NPSLE) Show Full Answer
Yes, lupus can cause tremors, though they aren't among the most common symptoms. They can range from barely noticeable to significantly affecting daily life.
There are a few main reasons tremors may occur with lupus:
- Nervous system involvement – When lupus affects the nervous system (called neuropsychiatric lupus or NPSLE), it can cause tremors, brain fog, muscle weakness, and other neurological symptoms
- Medication side effects – Some common lupus medications can trigger tremors, including corticosteroids, cyclosporine, hydroxychloroquine (Plaquenil), and mycophenolate mofetil (CellCept)
- Thyroid issues – People with lupus have a higher risk of thyroid problems, and an overactive thyroid can cause tremors
- Flares – Some people notice tremors worsen during a lupus flare MyLupusTeam members have shared relatable experiences — one described feeling like they were "shaking internally," while another said their tremors during a flare felt like they'd "drunk 10 cups of coffee."
Since tremors can have several causes, it's really worth talking to a doctor or rheumatologist to figure out what's driving them. If tremors started after a new medication or dose change, that's especially important to flag.
April 27
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