Have Numb Tingling Sensation In Meth Injected Area. How To Ease The Sensation?

Posted on Mon, 11 Nov 2013

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Question : Reference HCM30296, the past 24 hours ive multiple times injected meth with a needle in the same vein. i didnt release the band i used to create the pressure to enlarge the veins until after i removed the needle because it was too tight to loosen immediately. The site of injections is slightly knotted and has a numb tingly burning thats constant, its only been hours. What might this be? how do i ease the sensation & reduce the small knots in the vein?

Answered by Dr. Kerry Pottinger (-3 hours later)

Brief Answer: Warm pack to area. Detailed Answer: Hi, Thank you for using Healthcare Magic. Removing the needle before releasing the band will cause blood to leak out of the vein under pressure. This will result in a small collection of blood (hematoma) which will become slightly hard over the following hours. This will possibly feel like a knot and may be tender to touch and if near a nerve may produce a tingling. It is not serious and will disappear over the next 24-48 hours. I suggest a cool pack applied to the area will help. Avoid this vein for at least a week until it fully recovers. I hope this helps. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to contact me. Regards, Dr K A Pottinger, MBChB FRCA

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