“Drug induced chest pain?”
When I smoke crack, I get immediate discomfort in my chest. Especially on the left side. When I move it goes away but when I stop moving it comes back. It lasts about 10 minutes then goes away. But the second I smoke again it comes right back. What is this?
Female | 44 years old
Complaint duration: For about 6 months now
Medications: Lithium, Risperdal, levothyroxine
4 Answers
Very dangerous. When ever you are doing something that produces chest pain you should consult a cardiologist. Please seek out a cardiologist and stop smoking crack until you do.
When was the last time you did diagnostics on your heart? Blood work-up? Does your medical provider do labs on you regularly given the types to medications you are prescribed, but not sure you're taking? Illicit stimulants such as what you're using are known to cause permanent cardiopulmonary impairment/damage.
Crack/Cocaine is associated with many heart and brain abnormalities. Particularly considering your medication profile and possible drug-drug interaction, risk is high for you. You should consider stopping Crack or any other drug other than your prescription and get a through physical exam by contacting your doctor ASAP.
See this link...
https://drugabuse.com/drugs/crack/effects-use/
https://drugabuse.com/drugs/crack/effects-use/
