Adrenergic storm

Adrenergic storm
Synonyms	Catecholamine crisis, Adrenaline storm
Pronounce	N/A
Specialty	N/A
Symptoms	Tachycardia, Hypertension, Anxiety, Sweating, Palpitations, Tremors
Complications	Cardiac arrest, Stroke, Myocardial infarction
Onset	Sudden
Duration	Variable
Types	N/A
Causes	Pheochromocytoma, Drug overdose, Severe stress, Trauma
Risks	Hypertension, Heart disease, Anxiety disorders
Diagnosis	Clinical assessment, Blood tests for catecholamines, Imaging studies
Differential diagnosis	Thyroid storm, Panic attack, Sepsis
Prevention	N/A
Treatment	Beta blockers, Alpha blockers, Sedatives, Supportive care
Medication	N/A
Prognosis	Variable, depends on underlying cause and treatment
Frequency	Rare
Deaths	N/A

Adrenergic storm is a medical condition characterized by a sudden and dramatic increase in the concentration of adrenaline and other catecholamines in the body. This can lead to a variety of severe and potentially life-threatening symptoms, including tachycardia, hypertension, and hyperthermia.

Causes

Adrenergic storms can be caused by a variety of factors, including drug overdose, trauma, severe stress, and certain medical conditions such as pheochromocytoma.

Symptoms

The symptoms of an adrenergic storm can vary widely, but often include:

• Rapid heart rate (tachycardia)
• High blood pressure (hypertension)
• Fever (hyperthermia)
• Sweating (diaphoresis)
• Tremors
• Anxiety
• Palpitations

Diagnosis

Diagnosis of an adrenergic storm typically involves a combination of clinical assessment and laboratory testing. This may include blood tests to measure levels of adrenaline and other catecholamines, as well as imaging studies to identify any underlying causes.

Treatment

Treatment of an adrenergic storm typically involves addressing the underlying cause, if known, as well as managing the symptoms. This may include medications to lower blood pressure and heart rate, as well as measures to cool the body and reduce fever.

See also

• Adrenaline
• Catecholamines
• Pheochromocytoma
• Tachycardia
• Hypertension
• Hyperthermia