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Does Meth Shot Cause Pain On The Hand Taken?

This afternoon about 1:00 I shot up meth about 15ccs and I got the rush and all but all day long on the bend of my right arm where I shot,it feels like a Charlie horse and its painfull to extend it, I know it's a habit I have to kick,but any reason why I have that pain and will it go away soon?
Sat, 25 Jan 2014
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Yes, IV use of meth can cause pain and tingling sensation due to this neurotoxic effect. in ur case, pain in arm may be due to neurotoxic effect. It would improve in few days. There is nothing to worry about it. It would better to avoid IV meth and long duration of IV meth could lead harmful effect.

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Does Meth Shot Cause Pain On The Hand Taken?

hi thanks for using healthcare magic Yes, IV use of meth can cause pain and tingling sensation due to this neurotoxic effect. in ur case, pain in arm may be due to neurotoxic effect. It would improve in few days. There is nothing to worry about it. It would better to avoid IV meth and long duration of IV meth could lead harmful effect. Thanks