Question 1

to anesthesiologists, have any zoloft (sertraline) taking patients ever had serotonin syndrome following a procedure?

Accepted Answer

Very rare: We see lots of patients on ssri's , I have never had a patient develop serotonin syndrome.

Question 2

seizures with serotonin syndrome? symptoms most similar to simple partial seizures. leave patient tired, weak, & sore. is this normal for ss?

Accepted Answer

Seizures: Seizures can occur with serotonin syndrome.  If you are having seizures or believe you have serotonin syndrome you need to get medical care  now.

Question 3

any tests for serotonin syndrome?

Accepted Answer

Clinical diagnosis : Clinical diagnosis should be more than enough and it is quite clear if someone has a history and the doses took, matching with clinical signs, anytesting will not be relevat a sit gets metabolised in 5hiaa, found in urine nondiagnostic for ss.

Question 4

what are symptoms of serotonin syndrome?

Accepted Answer

See below: Elevated temperature (hyperthermia), muscular rigidity, confusion, disorientation, perhaps dehydration, and clinical changes in muscle enzymes, blood count and liver fnctns.

Question 5

could you explain serotonin syndrome to me?

Accepted Answer

Life: Threatening drug reaction to too much serotonin from one or several drug interactions, can cause neurological and cognitive symptoms.

Question 6

is it possible to die of serotonin syndrome?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if severe: Severity of serotonin syndrome can very from mild to fatal. If significant symptoms are present, that can constitute a potential emergency, and should be evaluated in an er.

Question 7

is serotonin syndrome something to be concerned about?

Accepted Answer

YES: Serotonin syndrome is a medical emergency if you have symptoms.  There are many medications that increase serotonin in your body, but there is no hard and fast rule on how many and how much is too much.  This is why we advise pts of the symptoms so we can stop some medications if needed.

Question 8

what doctors treat serotonin syndrome?

Accepted Answer

Serotonin syndrome: Overactivation due to excess serotonin. See diagram. Treatment is emergency intervention if severe, and discontinuing the medication if less severe. Some medications used are Muscle relaxants, serotonin blockers such as Periactin, (cyproheptadine hydrochloride) Oxygen &amp; intravenous fluids.

Question 9

can you got serotonin syndrome from a ssri?

Accepted Answer

Yes, but uncommon: You can get serotonin syndrome. With flushing, fever, rapid heart rate, blood pressure elevation, etc from ssris, but it is very uncommon with these drugs in the normal doses that are given. It can occur however, if you are taking another drug that boosts serotonin along with the ssri, which is why its important to keep you doctor posted on all meds changed or added including over the counter.

Question 10

can i experience a stroke or serotonin syndrome?

Accepted Answer

RVCS: If the question is can stroke happen as a result of serotonin syndrome, then the answer is: rarely. Serotonin syndrome at times can cause stroke-like symptoms because of blood vessels in the brain temporarily narrowing. It is called reversible cerebral vasoconstriction syndrome. It can be a serious condition, though it often reverses itself.

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To anesthesiologists, have any zoloft (sertraline) taking patients ever had serotonin syndrome following a procedure?

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Seizures with serotonin syndrome? symptoms most similar to simple partial seizures. leave patient tired, weak, & sore. is this normal for ss?

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Any tests for serotonin syndrome?

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What are symptoms of serotonin syndrome?

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Could you explain serotonin syndrome to me?

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Is it possible to die of serotonin syndrome?

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Is serotonin syndrome something to be concerned about?

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What doctors treat serotonin syndrome?

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Can you got serotonin syndrome from a ssri?

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Can i experience a stroke or serotonin syndrome?

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