Symptoms Of Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome

High Fever

Fever tends to arise as a symptom later in the development of most cases of neuroleptic malignant syndrome, so patients will likely have experienced other symptoms before noticing a fever. The fever in neuroleptic malignant syndrome is usually high, falling within the range of 102 and 104 degrees Fahrenheit. Although fever is considered a hallmark sign of neuroleptic malignant syndrome, a few cases of the condition have been reported in which there was no fever at all.

Treatment for neuroleptic malignant syndrome is usually supportive, and generally consists of removing the drug that may be causing the syndrome, bringing the fever down, normalizing dopamine levels, and providing fluids and nutrition. The fact that a high fever may or may not be present in neuroleptic malignant syndrome is critical to keep in mind when this condition is suspected.

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