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I am 51 years old and 17 days sober after being on meth for 30 plus years. i was a heavy user. some days i'm fine but i get the chills. run fever, have bodyaches and feel like i have the flu almost.can i still have withdrawals like this after 17 day?

Q: i am 51 years old and 17 days sober after being on meth for 30 plus years. i was a heavy user. some days i'm fine but i get the chills. run fever, have bodyaches and feel like i have the flu almost.can i still have withdrawals like this after 17 day?

: You can experience withdrawal symptoms up to 3 weeks, but the symptoms are usually not as intense as the acute withdrawal symptoms. You could consult a mental health specialist in drug abuse for more advice.

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Dr. Donald Colantino answered

You can experience withdrawal symptoms up to 3 weeks, but the symptoms are usually not as intense as the acute withdrawal symptoms. You could consult a mental health specialist in drug abuse for more advice.

Answered 7/26/2022

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A member asked:

I am 51 years old and 17 days sober after being on meth for 30 plus years. i was a heavy user. some days i'm fine but i get the chills. run fever, have bodyaches and feel like i have the flu almost.can i still have withdrawals like this after 17 day?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Donald Colantino answered

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