My brother had DBS surgery for Parkinson s 5 months ago. As a result he is getting more tremors - like nothing he had before. He saw a doctor today who feels the DBS may have sparked a underlying essential tremor condition (our father had essential tremors). Have you ever heard of anything like this?
Hi, dairy have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. Your brother has Parkinson disease. DBS(deep brain stimulation) is approved in treatment of Parkinson and essential tremor. There is also the potential for neuropsychiatric side effects, including apathy, hallucinations, compulsive gambling, hypersexuality, cognitive dysfunction, and depression. However, these may be temporary and related to correct placement and calibration of the stimulator and so are potentially reversible.However, increasing of essential tremor is not known side effects. He should check the electrode placement also. Consult your doctor and take treatment accordingly. Hope I have answered your question. If you have any doubts then feel free to ask me. I will be happy to answer. Thanks for using Chat Doctor. Wish you a very good health.