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Alternate Names : Addiction - Drug, Drug Addiction

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Drug Abuse and Dependence: Complications

depression
relapse of drug abuse
drug overdose
bacterial endocarditis, hepatitis, thrombophlebitis, pulmonary emboli, malnutrition, or respiratory infections, caused by intravenous drug abuse
Infection with HIV through shared needles
Drug-induced loss of inhibitions may lead to unsafe sexual practices, which may result in unwanted pregnancies, sexually transmitted diseases, HIV or hepatitis.
Problems with the law
Increase in various cancer rates: for example, lung and pharynx cancer are associated with nicotine use, mouth and stomach cancer are associated with alcohol abuse and dependence
Problems with memory and concentration are seen with hallucinogen use, including marijuana (THC)

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Review Date : 11/10/2003
Reviewed By : Vineeth John, M.D., Department of Psychiatry, University of Pittsburgh Medical Center, Pittsburgh, PA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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