You should know that:
- Cocaine is highly addictive and can cause physical dependence after just a few uses.
- The production of cocaine involves the use of toxic chemicals that can cause serious health problems for workers and the environment.
- Cocaine is often cut with other substances, such as talcum powder or baking soda, which can be harmful if ingested.
- The majority of cocaine in the United States is produced in South America, where it fuels drug-related violence and corruption.
- Cocaine can cause heart attacks, strokes, seizures, and other life-threatening health problems.
- Cocaine use during pregnancy can lead to premature birth, low birth weight, and developmental problems for the baby.
- Cocaine can cause a condition called “coke nose,” where the cartilage in the nose is destroyed, leading to a sunken and disfigured appearance.
- Long-term cocaine use can cause severe dental problems, including decay and tooth loss.
- Cocaine can cause extreme paranoia and psychosis, where users experience delusions and hallucinations.
- Cocaine use can increase the risk of contracting HIV and other infectious diseases through sharing of needles or risky sexual behavior.
- Cocaine can cause a condition called “excited delirium,” where users become extremely agitated, paranoid, and violent, sometimes resulting in death.
- Cocaine use can cause muscle spasms and tremors, as well as involuntary muscle movements.
- Cocaine can cause damage to the liver, kidneys, and other organs, leading to chronic health problems.
- Cocaine use can lead to malnutrition and weight loss, as users often lose their appetite and neglect their physical health.
- Cocaine can cause erectile dysfunction and other sexual problems in men.
- Cocaine can cause menstrual irregularities and fertility problems in women.
- Cocaine can cause seizures and other neurological problems, including memory loss and difficulty concentrating.
- Cocaine can cause severe mood swings and emotional instability, leading to problems with relationships and social functioning.
- Cocaine use can cause sudden and intense mood swings, leading to unpredictable behavior and outbursts of violence.
- Cocaine can cause “cocaine bugs,” where users experience hallucinations of bugs crawling on or under their skin.
- Cocaine can cause a condition called “formication,” where users feel like bugs are crawling on their skin, even when there are none present.
- Cocaine can cause anxiety, depression, and other mental health problems, leading to a vicious cycle of drug use and mental illness.
- Cocaine can cause insomnia and other sleep disturbances, leading to chronic fatigue and impaired functioning.
- Cocaine use can lead to financial problems, as users often spend large amounts of money on the drug and neglect other responsibilities.
- Cocaine use can lead to legal problems, including arrests and incarceration for possession or distribution of the drug.
- Cocaine use can lead to social isolation and problems with relationships, as users often prioritize their drug use over their personal and professional responsibilities.
- Cocaine use can cause sudden death due to cardiac arrest or respiratory failure.
- Cocaine use can cause a condition called “speedballing,” where users combine cocaine with heroin, leading to a potentially fatal overdose.
- Cocaine use can cause blood vessels in the brain to rupture, leading to a potentially fatal stroke.
- Cocaine use can cause damage to the heart and other organs, leading to chronic health problems and early death.
- Cocaine use can cause seizures, which can result in serious injury or death if they occur while the user is driving or operating heavy machinery.
- Cocaine use can cause liver damage and lead to hepatitis and other liver diseases.
- Cocaine use can cause respiratory problems, including difficulty breathing and chronic coughing.
- Cocaine use can cause tooth decay and gum disease, leading to tooth loss and other dental problems.
- Cocaine can cause severe dehydration, leading to kidney damage and other health problems.
- Cocaine use can cause an irregular heartbeat, which can be fatal in some cases.
- Cocaine use can cause muscle damage and lead to rhabdomyolysis, a potentially life-threatening condition.
- Cocaine use can cause inflammation of the heart, leading to heart failure and other cardiovascular problems.
- Cocaine use can cause seizures and other neurological problems, including memory loss and difficulty concentrating.
- Cocaine use can cause a condition called “crack lung,” where users experience severe respiratory distress and lung damage.
- Cocaine can cause a condition called “vascular purpura,” where users develop painful skin lesions due to damage to blood vessels.
- Cocaine use can cause a condition called “cocaine-induced psychosis,” where users experience symptoms similar to schizophrenia.
- Cocaine use can cause a condition called “toxic leukoencephalopathy,” where users experience damage to the white matter in their brains.
- Cocaine use can cause a condition called “cocaine-induced cardiomyopathy,” where users experience damage to the muscles in their hearts.
- Cocaine use can cause a condition called “cocaine-induced rhabdomyolysis,” where users experience muscle breakdown that can lead to kidney failure.
- Cocaine use can cause a condition called “cocaine-induced retinal vasculitis,” where users experience inflammation of the blood vessels in their eyes.
- Cocaine use can cause a condition called “cocaine-induced acute liver injury,” where users experience sudden liver damage.
- Cocaine use can cause a condition called “cocaine-induced thrombotic microangiopathy,” where users experience damage to their blood vessels and organs.
- Cocaine use can cause a condition called “cocaine-induced vasculitis,” where users experience inflammation of their blood vessels.
- Cocaine use can cause a condition called “cocaine-induced cerebrovascular disease,” where users experience damage to their brain’s blood vessels.
Margo Collins
