How opiate addiction affects an individual’s physical health.
When you struggle with an opiate addiction, it is important to pursue healthy activities instead of being a participant in drug abuse. When you spend your time with a focused hobby or passion, this helps your recovery on multiple levels. First, it helps the brain heal, the body rebuild and your memory improve. A healthy […]
There is no doubt that opiate addiction is a very serious problem today. If you are pregnant, the health risks are even greater as many health complications are possible both for the mother and the child. Stress is a very common trigger for addiction; so if you have a stressful pregnancy, you are very likely […]
Knowing what to expect when you take a drug is one of the first steps in preventing or identifying addiction. Separating early signs of tolerance and dependence from typical side effects of opiates allows you to take action and talk to your doctor if these unwanted symptoms appear. The American Public Health Association[1] states, “Primary […]
The CDC is urging doctors to avoid prescribing powerful opiate painkillers for chronic pain patients in a 2016 landmark guideline. The guideline addresses physicians nationwide. The nation’s top federal health agency clearly indicates the risks from morphine-like drugs far outweigh the benefits for most people. Vicodin and OxyContin are examples of painkillers made from morphine. (more…)
Opiates refer to substances that are derived from the opium poppy. They have pain relieving effects when taken, and are used in some prescription painkillers. They also cause harmful highs. The following medications are classified as opiates: Morphine is the most common natural alkaloid in the opium poppy. It’s frequently prescribed to patients that have undergone major surgery […]
Physically demanding jobs are tough. The wear and tear on the body, the repetitive motions and the constant exertion of physical energy can make even the strongest person weary. Sometimes it is difficult to decompress and relax at the end of the day because your muscles are tense, your body aches and your mind is […]
Opiate addiction is a growing problem in the United States. WebMD[1] explains, “Emergency room visits resulting from the abuse of painkillers alone has gone up 163% since 1995…More people are abusing the drugs because more people are receiving prescriptions for them.” As opiate abuse is such a large and growing problem, you may wonder if […]
Myoclonus is involuntary twitching in a muscle or group of muscles. It is not a disease itself, but may be a symptom of a nervous system disorder, such: Multiple sclerosis Parkinson’s disease Alzheimer’s disease Epilepsy Low Blood Pressure Hiccups and sudden jerks before falling asleep are possible signs of myoclonus. It may also be part of a […]
Opiates are naturally occurring chemical compounds found in opium poppy plants, and they are used or replicated in pain medications like morphine, opium, oxycodone, and hydrocodone and in illicit drugs like heroin. Doctors often prescribe opiate-based drugs as part of a pain management plan, and chronic back pain is a significant pain issue. In 2006, […]
As more is known about autoimmune disorders, their diagnosis and treatment becomes more common if not always safer or more considered. Because of this the overlap between these disorders and addiction grows, yet this growth can be combated with awareness, effective addiction treatment and appropriate long-term care. The American Autoimmune Related Diseases Association[1] (AARDA) states, […]
