Question 1

how badly is a body damaged if he/she consumed crystal meth for 2 months straight and weighs 100 pounds?

Accepted Answer

Crystal meth: U need to have a complete physical exam & workup by primary care doctor before the damage extent can be determined. Hope u r seriously considering quitting & rehab.

Question 2

if i have bad diarrhea while taking crystal meth. what should i do to relieve it?

Accepted Answer

Get off meth: Diarrhea is the least of your issues. Taking meth will ruin your health in many ways.

Question 3

why do i swell so bad and turn pink with veins popping out when i smoke crystal meth? i am 23 female 170 lbs with no health problems and i have only smoked crystal a few times something i have not got used to yet

Accepted Answer

In : In addition to the information that dr. Christensen provided about over stimulation from crystal methamphetamine, be aware that swelling of face, tongue and lips can be a life threatening allergic reaction to it.  You said you have no health problems. If you continue to smoke crystal meth you will have health problems.

Question 4

i shot up crystal meth in my breast and it is now red and purple and it hirts really bad?

Accepted Answer

Go to see MD: 1. stop using crystal meth
2. obviously sounds like you have infection/cellulitis or inflammation 
3 you should see your MD to get checked and treated
4 stop using crystal meth and other drugs. you are young. your body is your temple. respect your body, take care your body well.

Question 5

relapsed on crystal meth 3mo ago and smoke 8 cigarettes a day. my neck hurts bad but i thought it was from looking down to play on phone.  i squeezed some bumps off but they come back tip and right side of tongue  hurts ear pressure bad too?

Accepted Answer

Get help fast: Most probable cause is your Meth Addiction.  You need to first get help for your addiction, that means a Mental Health Professional.  Once addiction conquered, you then see a Dentist to clean up the physical damage.  The meth will kill you.  The smoking will kill you. GET HELP!  Time for intervention.

Question 6

what are some of the known physical effects stemming from the prolonged use of crystal meth?

Accepted Answer

Ice: Also known as meth or crystal meth, can cause anorexia, flushed skin, euphoria, restlessness, heart rate & blood pressure changes, rapid breathing, blurred vision, insomnia, tremors, seizures, heart attack, agitation & aggression.

Question 7

what are the effects of crystal meth on a developing child?

Accepted Answer

Severe problems!: Crystal meth can cause poor growth due to restricting blood flow to the placenta. It can cause premature separation of the placenta with bleeding, premature birth and possible bleeding for the mother and baby. There is a risk of both maternal and fetal death. Meth may also cause later brain problems for the baby.   There is also possible risk from lifestyle issues for women using illegal drugs.

Question 8

how are the effects of cocaine and crystal meth different?

Accepted Answer

Different high: They are both addictive and dangerous and can cause many medical and psychological problems.
Meth is made from household chemocals such as lighter fluid or draino.Cocain is derived from a plant coca bush .
Both meth and Cocaine increase energy level, can cuse weight loss, make you extremely talkative.They overload Dopamine receptors in brain
cocaine lasts few minutes but meth lasts hours.

Question 9

could there be any long term effects from using crystal meth once?

Accepted Answer

Crystal meth: Illicit drug use can cause damage at any time during its use, whether the first time or the 100th time. As it is unpredictable, the best idea is to avoid using meth.
Even one time usage by any route can lead to paranoia, stroke and heart attack.

Question 10

is there anything you can take to make you come down quicker from smoking crystal meth to neutralize the effects?

Accepted Answer

No: No -- there is nothing you can take to "come down quicker."  your further dosing will be unknown and dangerous.  Best way is to avoid it in the first place.  I agree with dr. Villaplana -- please get help.  Your body will thank you.

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How badly is a body damaged if he/she consumed crystal meth for 2 months straight and weighs 100 pounds?

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Why do i swell so bad and turn pink with veins popping out when i smoke crystal meth? i am 23 female 170 lbs with no health problems and i have only smoked crystal a few times something i have not got used to yet

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I shot up crystal meth in my breast and it is now red and purple and it hirts really bad?

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Relapsed on crystal meth 3mo ago and smoke 8 cigarettes a day. my neck hurts bad but i thought it was from looking down to play on phone. i squeezed some bumps off but they come back tip and right side of tongue hurts ear pressure bad too?

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What are some of the known physical effects stemming from the prolonged use of crystal meth?

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What are the effects of crystal meth on a developing child?

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How are the effects of cocaine and crystal meth different?

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Could there be any long term effects from using crystal meth once?

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