A 44-year-old member asked:
can illegal drug abuse lead to killer diseases in the long run? will the government pay for care?
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Dr. Susan Uhrich answered
35 years experience Psychiatry
Even legal drug: Abuse like alcohol or cigarettes can cause lethal problems. So far, insurances, whether public (medicare or medicaid) or private, like blue cross do cover. But no one has a crystal ball about what insurances are likely to do in the future. Insurance companies, after all, are in business to make money.
Answered on May 7, 2016
Dr. David Rosenfeld answered
26 years experience Pain Management
Yes/Yes: Iv drug abuse and needle sharing leads to acquiring hiv. Yes your care is paid for.
That said, don't do it.
Answered on Apr 30, 2013
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Dr. Alvin Stein answered
59 years experience Pain Management
Yes for sure: There are many papers about the damaging effects of illegal drug use.
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A 48-year-old member asked:
Dr. Martin Raff answered
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Addiction: There are addiction specialists and clinics all over the usa. Strongly recommend you visit one and follow their suggestions.
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Dr. Romanth Waghmarae answered
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Alcohol pain med: Both - given that you are doing it long term. If you take pain med in a controlled manner as per your doctor then you should be okay , likewise if yo ... Read More
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Dr. Ron Eaker answered
Specializes in Obstetrics and Gynecology
Yes: You need to be evaluated for the cause of the pain (endometriosis, etc) and not just treat the symptoms.
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