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Difficulty In Moving Elbow, Lump In Arm After Taking Meth Shot On The Crook Of Elbow. Treatment?

i have a friend that on thursday shot meth into the crook of this elbow but on friday had a hard time moving it and now has a big lump on his arm but not in the site where he injected. Should I make him go to the doctor? Or should I keep him in hot baths with epsom salt in it, applying DMSO and also applying ice packs to it?
Tue, 2 Jul 2013
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Hi there ~

I understand your concerns. Difficulty in moving elbow with having a lump in the arm after injecting yourself in the area with meth seems to me like a bad vein that ruptured with hemorrhage as well as probably infection, depending on the cleanliness of the needle. You need to visit with a doctor as soon as possible. It is for your own safety. I would advise you not apply anything on the wound till he sees the doctor. Keep the area dry and clean and visit with and consult a doctor as soon as possible.

I hope this helps. Take care and have a lovely day!
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Difficulty In Moving Elbow, Lump In Arm After Taking Meth Shot On The Crook Of Elbow. Treatment?

Hi there ~ I understand your concerns. Difficulty in moving elbow with having a lump in the arm after injecting yourself in the area with meth seems to me like a bad vein that ruptured with hemorrhage as well as probably infection, depending on the cleanliness of the needle. You need to visit with a doctor as soon as possible. It is for your own safety. I would advise you not apply anything on the wound till he sees the doctor. Keep the area dry and clean and visit with and consult a doctor as soon as possible. I hope this helps. Take care and have a lovely day!