Question 1

intermittent chest pain. bpm around 90 resting. blood work normal and work out regularly with no issues. did some cocaine.. less than a gram. would this be palpitations or symptoms of a heart attack? never drank coffee and quit red bull 4 months ago

Accepted Answer

Chest pain, BPM round 90: Did the palpitation occurred at the time you were doing cocaine? . Cocaine induces, coronary artery spasm, and depending on the dose the spasm may be of a high level, well documented cases of MI and death have been reported. I would strongly suggest to drop the drug, as with time, the addiction will have no return, go to a clinic for addiction, is free, and see aDr. to help you with medication

Question 2

my husband and i are starting ivf this month. i was just out of town, and he admitted upon my return that he tried cocaine. its a huge betrayal of trust, but my immediate concern is whether its safe for a potential baby to go forward as planned?

Accepted Answer

: You should postpone the plan and make sure he's clean for the next appointment.

Question 3

how long does cocaine stay in baby s meconium?

Accepted Answer

Months: Suspicion leads to meconium testing in a newborn as a more accurate reflection of past drug exposure than urine, that may only reflect a week or so.The material is built up over many months and the sensitivity of the test can pick up minute quantities deposited in the meconium  as it forms.This reflects exposures from the preceding month if not longer.

Question 4

if my friend used cocaine regularly for 6 months nd quit there was no distortion s of the bby on ultrasound if she quit will her bby have withdrawaat?

Accepted Answer

No: Withdrawal symptoms from suddenly stopping Cocaine are usually feeling tired.  From a physical standpoint it is better for the baby that your friend stopped using the cocaine, because it can stunt the baby's growth or a sudden miscarriage if she were to continue.  Those things are worse than withdrawal symptoms.

Question 5

how long does cocaine stay in your body? i've tried it only 3 times in the pas, 3 years ago. i tried it one last time just a couple of days ago. i don't ever want to do it again & im in a scholarship program that randomly does a urine test. i never used c

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Cocaine: Blood tests can show Cocaine itself for about 12 hours after use. Urine tests check for metabolic byproducts of cocaine.  In infrequent users a urine test is positive for up to 3 days after Cocaine use. However, in those who use Cocaine regularly, a urine test may be positive for 2 weeks after using. Hair samples can show Cocaine for several months after using.  Best to stay away from using!

Question 6

how bad is cocaine for you?

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Cocaine: Crack is stimulant, so hyper arousal ; agitation, changes in pupil size with increased metabolism are common.

Question 7

what are the health effects of cocaine?

Accepted Answer

Addiction: Cocaine is a very addictive drug. The only legitimate use is as a nasal anesthetic for some types of surgery. Recreationally it is inhaled as powder or smoked in the form of a rock aka crack. It increases dopamine levels in the brain which can cause paranoia or other psychotic symptoms. Peripherally it is a very powerful vasoconstrictor and can cause very serious heart problems among other things

Question 8

what are the tell tale signs of a cocaine user?

Accepted Answer

Many: While intoxicated, the person has dilated pupils; racing heart rate; high bp; intense stimulation with fast-paced and endless chattering and a massive burst of energy. Mood could be  euphoric or even irritable. As high wears off, could be tired, depressed, no energy.  Longer term, there could be loss of appetite and weight; miss appointments or class, etc; may keep rolled-up dollar bills around.

Question 9

could using cocaine kill you?

Accepted Answer

Yes, in several ways: A person can die from using cocaine, which affects many organs in the body. Cause of death can be from a Cocaine induced fatal heart rhythm, from choking to death after a Cocaine induced seizure, etc..., not to mention the possibility of being shot dead while being robbed of one's Cocaine or Cocaine money.

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Intermittent chest pain. bpm around 90 resting. blood work normal and work out regularly with no issues. did some cocaine.. less than a gram. would this be palpitations or symptoms of a heart attack? never drank coffee and quit red bull 4 months ago

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My husband and i are starting ivf this month. i was just out of town, and he admitted upon my return that he tried cocaine. its a huge betrayal of trust, but my immediate concern is whether its safe for a potential baby to go forward as planned?

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How long does cocaine stay in baby s meconium?

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If my friend used cocaine regularly for 6 months nd quit there was no distortion s of the bby on ultrasound if she quit will her bby have withdrawaat?

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How long does cocaine stay in your body? i've tried it only 3 times in the pas, 3 years ago. i tried it one last time just a couple of days ago. i don't ever want to do it again & im in a scholarship program that randomly does a urine test. i never used c

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How bad is cocaine for you?

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What are the health effects of cocaine?

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What are the tell tale signs of a cocaine user?

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Could using cocaine kill you?

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