What is post intensive care unit syndrome?
Post ICU syndrome is a type of organic brain syndrome characterized by psychological reactions, including fear, anxiety, depression, hallucinations, and delirium. It is attributed to the unique 24/7 ICU environment where there is harsh stimuli, unfamiliar people, and ongoing activity.
How do members experience post intensive care unit syndrome?
Top 5 symptoms reported by people with post intensive care unit syndrome*
Common symptoms
How bad it is
What people are taking for it
Common symptom
Fatigue
How bad it is
What people are taking for it
Nothing reported yet
Common symptom
Stress
How bad it is
What people are taking for it
Nothing reported yet
Common symptom
Anxious mood
How bad it is
What people are taking for it
Nothing reported yet
*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 post intensive care unit syndrome*
Who has post intensive care unit syndrome on PatientsLikeMe?
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 0 | |
| 20s | 0 | |
| 30s | 4 | |
| 40s | 2 | |
| 50s | 4 | |
| 60s | 1 | |
| 70+ | 3 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 4 | |
| Female | 9 |