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I wonder whether Sertraline can have a negative effect on my Parkinson’s. I am experiencing severe tremors during the introduction phase, which has been 4 weeks on 25 mg. I have also experienced anxiety when there has been a gap between doses.

Sertraline will probably not have a negative effect on your Parkinson’s, but tremors could be a side effect, especially if

Is stomach surgery allowed if you have Parkinson’s disease?

All necessary operations are possible in Parkinson’s disease, and medication can be adjusted accordingly. “Stomach surgery” is a broad term

I used to have difficulty eating gluten because I was sensitive to it, but after starting the medication Madopar, I no longer have any problems. Is this common?

Interesting, but there does not appear to be anything in the medical literature suggesting that levodopa could reduce gluten sensitivity.

Hello! I have read that the shingles vaccine protects against dementia. Could it be a good idea for someone with Parkinson’s to take the shingles vaccine in order to reduce the risk of dementia?