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What Treatment Do You Suggest For My Swollen Feet As A Reaction To Using Iv Drugs On Them ?
i shot heroin in both of my feet, now they are both very swollen, red, hot and tight, what is this and what should i do for it
Tue, 10 Jan 2012
Hi,thanks for query.This are signs of inflammation of veins and surrounding tissue due to improper injection and drug injected outside veins.This can lead to problems and progress further,please seek medical attention immediately.In mean time you can take analgesic to relive pain and swelling.bye.
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The thing you should do immediately is to visit a hospital or a ER where you will get immediate medical attention.Swelling;heat;and the tightness are signs of inflammation and you have had wrong place to take the shot .Please visit ER or hospital for treatment immediately.
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The thing you should do immediately is to visit a hospital or a ER where you will get immediate medical attention.Swelling;heat;and the tightness are signs of inflammation and you have had wrong place to take the shot .Please visit ER or hospital for treatment immediately.
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