Serotonin Reduction Symptoms
Hyperserotonemia; Serotonergic syndrome
Symptoms
Symptoms occur within minutes to hours, and may include:
- Agitation or restlessness
- Diarrhea
- Fast heart beat
- Hallucinations
- Increased body temperature
- Loss of coordination
- Nausea
- Overactive reflexes
- Rapid changes in blood pressure
- Vomiting
Signs and tests
The diagnosis is usually made by asking questions about your medical history, including the types of drugs you take.
To be diagnosed with serotonin syndrome, you must have been taking a drug...
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