Recovery from rhabdomyolysis is variable and relies on the extent of muscle injury as well as the specific issues that occurred. Most serious problems can be avoided and a full recovery can be expected if the illness is detected and treated early. Patients who develop severe kidney damage or multiple organ failure should not be considered to have recovered from this condition. Symptoms of rhabdomyolysis include pain when raising your arms above your head, feeling weak or tired, having trouble breathing, swallowing or speaking, confusion, anxiety, panic attacks, seizures, or any other symptoms caused by increased levels of toxic substances in the blood. If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, call your doctor immediately before doing anything else other than what has been recommended. The sooner you get treatment for rhabdomyolysis, the better your chances of recovering completely. The only way to know for sure whether or not you have rhabdomyolysis is through testing. Testing your urine for markers of muscle damage may help identify patients at risk for developing this condition. A muscle biopsy may be done to confirm the diagnosis if necessary. In some cases, imaging studies of the muscles may be done to look for signs of damage. Treatment for rhabdomyolysis includes management of the underlying cause. This may include surgery, medication therapy, or other interventions.