NMS

Definition / meaning of NMS

A life-threatening condition that may be caused by certain drugs used to treat mental illness, nausea, or vomiting. Symptoms include high fever, sweating, unstable blood pressure, confusion, and stiffness. Also called neuroleptic malignant syndrome.

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The Web site of the National Cancer Institute (http://www.cancer.gov/)

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