Does opiate abuse affect the tongue? Friend is showing signs of abuse, dilated pupils, red, raw around nose. irritability, insomnia, loss of appetite, and now a swollen tongue with small abscesses on it. Please help>
I need help not an ad for knock offs
Knowing Others is Intelligence. Knowing Yourself is True Wisdom...
Other than your friend, hitting up a bag of heroin and having an allergic reaction to the cut, I seriously doubt the symptoms you are describing are being caused solely on opiate abuse. Even if that were the case, that problem would be a very limited occurrence, and not some sort of ongoing problem. No self-respecting junkie is going to go out when they’re sick to look for that brand on the streets. “Hey man, you got that stuff that makes your tongue swell and keeps you up all night?” I don’t think so; word gets out quick on what brands to stay away from. As for anything else there are literally millions of people in the U.S. and abroad using doctor prescribed opiates everyday for a variety of painful medical conditions; some of them for years. Nevertheless, my advice would be for your “friend” to get themselves to the nearest hospital for treatment without further delay! Best of Luck
The search for people who can answer your question continues for as long as needed - until you find the answer you were looking for.
When an answer is posted by someone who was invited (byYedda or by yourself) to answer your question, their answer is marked with a yellow "invited by Yedda".
To be invited to answer other people's questions in your areas of knowledge and interest, be sure to list your favorite topics:
» My Settings › My Topics.
Of course, the more helpful your answers are, the more likely you are to be invited to future questions...
I would agree with Renegade on whether you have confirmed if ALL signs are solely of opiate abuse . Have you discussed it with your friend on a serious note? Try and convince him/her to see an expert who can help him/her realize the ill effects of the concerned issue. It is very important to seek professional help. You can call a toll free number 800-714-8354 and talk to counselors there to guide you in the right direction.
Got an answer for karen? Would you like to comment on the posted answers, or vote for the one which you think is the best?
Sign up for a free account, or sign in (if you're already a member).
Other people asked questions on similar topics, check out the answers they received:
