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Pain And Numbness In The Toes After Meth Use. What To Do?
I am clean now for 2 weeks was using meth everyday smoking and just swallowing it. My question is is it normal for my toes on both feet more on my left though...to hurt still and feel warm sharp pains and just solid pain fells a little numbish too. Thy used to sweat and swell alot now thy dnt but thy hurt a lot. Is this normal what can i do or should do? Also my eyes wd turn red after use y was tht?
Tue, 5 Mar 2013
Hello ts99950
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Pain and numbness in toes may occur due to methadone itself. But after patient quits meth withdrawal symptoms are seen. And in some people these may occur for long time also. They are irritability, restlessness, anxiety, sleeplessness, weakness, day time drowsiness, fatigue, numbness of fingers, shakiness, sweating, lacrimation, rhinitis etc. It is normal after 2 weeks of abstinence. But to prevent this you can take non opioid analgesics like Ibuprofen for muscle soreness, plenty of fluids. Take Vitamin supplements for numbness. Be assertive for your decision and don't take meth again, you will see improvement in yourself in few days. If symptoms persist you can visit a psychiatrist for expert opinion.
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Take Care
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Pain and numbness in toes may occur due to methadone itself. But after patient quits meth withdrawal symptoms are seen. And in some people these may occur for long time also. They are irritability, restlessness, anxiety, sleeplessness, weakness, day time drowsiness, fatigue, numbness of fingers, shakiness, sweating, lacrimation, rhinitis etc. It is normal after 2 weeks of abstinence. But to prevent this you can take non opioid analgesics like Ibuprofen for muscle soreness, plenty of fluids. Take Vitamin supplements for numbness. Be assertive for your decision and don't take meth again, you will see improvement in yourself in few days. If symptoms persist you can visit a psychiatrist for expert opinion.
Thanks
Take Care
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Hello and welcome to Healthcare Magic. Thanks for your query.
Since you have stopped using meth after regular use, the symptoms which you have described could be due to the withdrawal effects. But it should also be kept in mind that meth being a vasoconstriction (i.e. causing narrowing of the blood vessels) can sometimes cause blood flow problems and even tissue damage.
The swelling up and sharp pains on your feet appear concerning and so, it is better to rule out any serious problems. Therefore, I would advise you to see a doctor for a proper physical examination and further evaluation. It is better not to take chances and to be safe than sorry.
Wish you all the best.
Regards,
Dr. Jonas Sundarakumar
Consultant Psychiatrist
Since you have stopped using meth after regular use, the symptoms which you have described could be due to the withdrawal effects. But it should also be kept in mind that meth being a vasoconstriction (i.e. causing narrowing of the blood vessels) can sometimes cause blood flow problems and even tissue damage.
The swelling up and sharp pains on your feet appear concerning and so, it is better to rule out any serious problems. Therefore, I would advise you to see a doctor for a proper physical examination and further evaluation. It is better not to take chances and to be safe than sorry.
Wish you all the best.
Regards,
Dr. Jonas Sundarakumar
Consultant Psychiatrist
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