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What Causes Visible Vein After Meth Shot?

i shot up meth 2 weeks ago i think i missed cause i got a small lump under skin i applied a heating pad and seems to work but i feel like a nerve is being pinched it hurts to reach Also I noticed veins very visible on my forearm they raise too I ve never had them visible and the vein I shot into inner side of elbow what s going on?? Should I worry?? The vein I shot in isn t visible anymore I have only shot up about 5-6x
Thu, 5 Jan 2017
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Hello and welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service.
I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.

I cannot say in your particular case, but generally, local infection is one of the more common side effects of injection. This can cause elocal pain, inflammation, swelling, etc. This can then cause the nerves in the area to be irritated and will cause swelling/inflammation of the surrounding structures. Infection is a pretty big deal and needs immediate attention and antibiotics.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

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Dr. Matt Wachsman
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What Causes Visible Vein After Meth Shot?

Hello and welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. I cannot say in your particular case, but generally, local infection is one of the more common side effects of injection. This can cause elocal pain, inflammation, swelling, etc. This can then cause the nerves in the area to be irritated and will cause swelling/inflammation of the surrounding structures. Infection is a pretty big deal and needs immediate attention and antibiotics. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Matt Wachsman