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A parent inquires if earlier hospital intervention could have saved their son's life, who died from acute-on-chronic liver failure likely related to Wilson's disease, a rare genetic disorder affecting copper metabolism. The doctor explains that earlier diagnosis and management might have prevented the progression, but once acute failure occurred, the prognosis was poor, and a transplant was probably too late.
Hand tremors are often a normal part of aging, but they can also be triggered by factors such as fear, anxiety, fatigue, fever, or certain medications. While most tremors are harmless, they can sometimes be a sign of an underlying condition like Parkinson's disease or multiple sclerosis. Essential tremor, a common type of tremor, can be treated with medications, weighted gloves, or deep brain stimulation. Parkinson's disease is often characterized by tremors that start in one hand while at rest and may be treated with dopamine-boosting medications. Tremors can also be a symptom of multiple sclerosis or Wilson's disease. It's important to consult a doctor if you have a new tremor with no obvious trigger or if your tremor interferes with daily activities.