What Is Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome?

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9. Diagnosis

If you are taking antipsychotic drugs then you should make sure the doctor is aware if they are not already. This may be able to give them a better idea of what might be causing your symptoms. There are two main symptoms that can suggest what the problem is, and these are stiff muscles and a high fever.

In addition, a medical professional would be looking for other signs like an abnormal blood pressure, excess sweating, and an abnormal heartbeat. Urine and blood tests will likely be needed to help determine the cause, and the patient’s spinal fluids may also be tested. An EEG and other brain imaging tests may also be performed.

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