What are the symptoms of rhabdomyolysis?
Individuals suffering from rhabdomyolysis commonly have muscle pain, which is often severe. This pain often occurs in the lower back and calves, as well as in the thigh and the upper extremities. Pain in the joints is also common. Patients may experience abnormally dark urine, general muscle tenderness and weakness, nausea, vomiting, fever, fatigue, and persistent headache. Symptoms may manifest themselves almost immediately upon exposure to Baycol, or may take more time to develop, depending on the level of the dosage and the age and general health of the patient. In severe cases, the break down of muscle cells can be toxic, resulting in the destruction of the kidneys and other organs, thus releasing high levels of proteins into the bloodstream.
