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When u shot up meth in ur left arm an its been one day an its all red around where the need was injected what can i do to help heal it without having to go to a doctor physician??

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Dr. James Ferguson answered

You can't: It sounds like you have developed a cellulitis (skin infection) at the site. This is likely from less than optimal equipment or preparation of the site. Get in to be seen. This can progress to a blood infection and end your life.

Dr Malerman agreed

Answered 10/26/2020

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A member asked:

When u shot up meth in ur left arm an its been one day an its all red around where the need was injected what can i do to help heal it without having to go to a doctor physician??

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. James Ferguson answered

Dr Malerman agreed

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