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What Causes Facial Blisters And Red Feet?

Hi,
Could you answer these questions please,
When someone is using crystal meth and their feet are red, why is this happening?
The user has been using for 2 years, female age 20.
Her skin on her face is breaking out in blisters, she is also under weight, and is not menstruating.
Approx 5.8ft.
What advice would you give to deal with these symptoms.
Thank you.
Mon, 1 Sep 2014
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Addiction Medicine Specialist,  's  Response
Hi,

The metabolites of meth are excreted through the skin. Meth withdrawal also makes people scratch themselves. Both these conditions lead to development of sores on the skin which often get infected as well. Meth lowers appetite and causes significant weight loss. Women who are underweight often do not menstruate. Quitting meth would be the best thing she can do.

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What Causes Facial Blisters And Red Feet?

Hi, The metabolites of meth are excreted through the skin. Meth withdrawal also makes people scratch themselves. Both these conditions lead to development of sores on the skin which often get infected as well. Meth lowers appetite and causes significant weight loss. Women who are underweight often do not menstruate. Quitting meth would be the best thing she can do. Best wishes.