Hand tremors while taking prednisone are a known experience for many people with lupus SLE. You're definitely not alone in this!
Several MyLupusTeam members have shared similar experiences, including one who described their tremors as feeling like they'd "drunk 10 cups of coffee." Another noted their tremors get worse during Show Full Answer
Hand tremors while taking prednisone are a known experience for many people with lupus SLE. You're definitely not alone in this!
Several MyLupusTeam members have shared similar experiences, including one who described their tremors as feeling like they'd "drunk 10 cups of coffee." Another noted their tremors get worse during flares or after exerting too much energy.
Prednisone (a corticosteroid) can directly contribute to tremors and uncontrollable shaking, especially in the hands. A few things that may help manage tremors include:
- Sticking to your lupus treatment plan to reduce flares
- Reducing caffeine and sugary foods, as these can make tremors worse
- Trying a weighted bracelet or heavier watch, which can sometimes calm the shaking by giving sensory feedback to the brain
- Talking to your rheumatologist about adjusting your medication dose if tremors are affecting daily life
It's always worth flagging new or worsening tremors to your doctor, as they can help identify the cause and adjust your treatment if needed. Regarding hair changes — prednisone and other lupus medications can actually cause hair and skin changes, including effects on hair growth. Long-term prednisone use is associated with skin and hair changes, so it's worth bringing this up with your rheumatologist to explore whether your medication or lupus itself may be contributing.
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