What is serotonin deficiency syndrome?
Serotonin deficiency syndrome is a poorly understood condition within the medical community. Serotonin is a neurotransmitter believed to influence psychological and other body functions.
How do members experience serotonin deficiency syndrome?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with serotonin deficiency syndrome*
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Pain
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Stress
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Nothing reported yet
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Fatigue
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Anxious mood
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Depressed mood
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*Reports may be affected by other conditions and/or medication side effects. We ask about general symptoms (anxious mood, depressed mood, fatigue, pain, and stress) regardless of condition.
Top treatments taken by people for serotonin deficiency syndrome*
Who has serotonin deficiency syndrome on PatientsLikeMe?
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 0 | |
| 20s | 0 | |
| 30s | 1 | |
| 40s | 3 | |
| 50s | 5 | |
| 60s | 10 | |
| 70+ | 2 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 5 | |
| Female | 16 |