Subarachnoid Hemorrhage as a Manifestation of Magic Mushroom Abuse: A Case Report and Review Literature

Background: Psilocybin mushroom, which is worldwide famous as magic mushroom, is a relatively wellcharacterized hallucinogen manifesting a diverse dosedependently spectrum of effects on healthy humans. As psilocybin has been increasingly abused among the youth, this research aimed to review the effects of the psilocybin administration, which is considered as either a good or bad trip among the consumers. Case Report: This research reported a 20yearold man who presented with severe thunderclap headache and consequent subarachnoid hemorrhage as a result of magic mushroom consumption. Conclusion: The neurologic presentation of psilocybin could be various, which might lead to emergent situations as subarachnoid hemorrhage, and the notion of the harmlessness of magic mushroom was called into question.