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Heroin is an extremely toxic substance. Users often face a lifetime of fighting off addiction, even after they have decided to quit. Physical tolls on the body include dental decay, gum disease, cold sweats, constipation, weakened immune system (more frequent infections, like tuberculosis - "typhoid Mary"), coma/death, respiratory disease (especially when inhaled), vein collapse and vein necrosis or infection (especially when injected), reduced libido, impaired reproductive capabilities, decreased appetite, insomnia, depression/suicide, insomnia, muscle weakness, inability to orgasm, itching ..... The list goes on. I have tried to start IVs in heroin addicts and it is very near impossible even in many teenagers who have only been using for a year or two. The chemical literally rots the flesh, especially when it isn't clean and has potentially deadly additives and fillers in it. Most people only know what heroin veins looks like (nonexistent and scarred) but it does the same thing to your lungs if you choose to smoke it instead.
If you or someone you know uses heroin, seek help immediately. It is a very serious drug and ignoring the problem is deadly!
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Which form of drug abuse involves most risk of infection with HIV?
by injection of heroin
What other substances does an alcoholic abuse?
often associated with abuse of, or dependence on, other substances including nicotine, marijuana , cocaine, heroin, amphetamines, sedatives, and anxiolytics (antianxiety drugs).
Why do people abuse heroin?
to have a un natural high
What has the author Philip Lalander written?
Philip Lalander has written: 'Hooked on heroin' -- subject(s): Heroin abuse, Subculture
What drugs to bulimics abuse?
Their drug abuse follows a normal bell-shaped distribution with...ok mostly heroin
What drug is associated with the term white?
heroin
What Are 5 Drugs Of Abuse?
Heroin, cocaine, marijuana, alcohol, and crystal meth...
What are some bad things about heroin?
Heroin is a deadly, highly-addictive drug no matter how it is ingested into the body. The only risk-factor that is diminished when snorting or smoking the drug is the risk if HIV transmission through infected needles.
What has the author Donald Hutchings written?
Donald Hutchings has written: 'Methadone' 'Education for industry' 'Methadone, treatment for addiction' -- subject(s): Drug abuse, Drugs, Heroin, Heroin abuse, Juvenile literature, Methadone maintenance, Treatment
How are teens at risk from heroin?
They have the same risks from heroin as adults. Heroin is addictive, and it is often injected in a very impure form. That is why so many call heroin "junk" in slang, and why so many diseases are spread from injecting heroin. Plus heroin itself is quite hard on the body.
What drug taken by mother puts the fetus at risk for bleeding?
heroin
Can you smoke heroin with a soda can?
Yes, some people use a soda can to smoke heroin by creating a makeshift pipe. They typically poke holes in the can, place the heroin on the concaved top, and apply heat from below to vaporize the drug. However, this method is dangerous, as it can release harmful chemicals from the can and poses significant health risks associated with drug use. It's important to seek help if you or someone you know is struggling with substance abuse.
