Crystal Meth Effects
What are Meth Effects and Symptoms of using crystal
meth?
- Dizziness
- Tachycardia
- Convulsions
- Sweating
- Decreased appetite ( anorexia )
- Euphoria (followed by depression)
- Insomnia
- Respiratory problems
- Brain damage
- Hypothermia
- Anger
- Paranoia
- Anxiety
- Aggressiveness
- Hostility
- Tremors
- Skin abscesses
- Hallucinations
Meth Effects - Side Effects of using
Crystal Meth
Meth effects include convulsions, dangerously high body temperature,
stroke, cardiac arrhythmia, stomach cramps, and shaking. Chronic abuse
can lead to psychotic behavior including intense paranoia, visual and
auditory hallucinations and out of control rages. Chronic users develop
sores on their bodies from scratching imaginary bugs crawling on or
under the skin. Long-term use may result in anxiety, insomnia and
addiction. After methamphetamine use is stopped, several withdrawal
symptoms can occur, including depression, anxiety, fatigue, paranoia,
aggression and an intense craving for the drug. Meth use can cause
severe gum damage and their related dental problems, known as meth
mouth.
Meth Effects - Cardiovascular problems
Methamphetamine use causes increased heart rate and blood pressure.
These include rapid heart rate, irregular heartbeat, increased blood
pressure, and irreversible, stroke-producing damage to small blood
vessels in the brain. Chronic methamphetamine abuse can result in
inflammation of the heart lining. Methamphetamine can cause a variety of
cardiovascular problems including heart attacks, cardiovascular collapse
and death.
Meth Effects - Physiological effects of Crystal meth
Short-term physiological effects include decreased appetite, increased
stamina and physical energy, increased sexual drive and response,
involuntary body movements, increased perspiration, hyperactivity,
jitteriness, nausea, itchy, blotchy greasy skin, increased heart rate,
irregular heart rate, increased blood pressure, and headaches. Long-term
abuse or overdose effects can include tremor, restlessness, changed
sleep patterns, poor skin condition, gastrointestinal narrowing and
weakened immune system. Fatigue and depression can follow the excitement
stage. Erectile dysfunction, heart problems, stroke, and liver, kidney
and lung damage can result from prolonged use. If snorted, crystal
methamphetamine leads to a deterioration of the lining of the nostrils.
Meth Effects - Psychological effects of Methamphetamine
Short-term psychological effects can include alertness, euphoria,
increased concentration, rapid talking, increased confidence, increased
social responsiveness, eye wiggles, hallucinations and loss of REM sleep
the night. Long-term psychological effects can include insomnia, mental
states resembling schizophrenia, aggressiveness and dependence with
accompanying withdrawal symptoms, irritability, confusion and panic.
Chronic use can lead to psychosis, causing delusions and paranoia.
Methamphetamine is psychologically addictive and tolerance develops very
quickly. Withdrawal is an unpleasant experience. This commonly leads
chronic users to re-dose frequently.
