Drug Abuse - A Danger to Mankind.

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Drug Abuse – A Danger to Mankind

by Yin Teng

      Much has been said and done about drug abuse in the past century or so. Yet, till now, this matter still persists, if not, escalating out of hand.

      The first step to refrain from drug abuse is by learning more about its dangers and consequences. One of the greatest adverse effects is the high blood pressure which comes with drug abuse. An overdose of drug consumption causes one’s blood pressure to rise to a dangerous level as the blood becomes too concentrated with chemicals from the drugs.

Besides, bleeding of the nose occurs as the flow of blood in the body has been disrupted by high dosage of drugs.

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       In addition to that, drug addicts are at high risk of contracting hepatitis as they may get infection from shared syringes. They also increase their chances of contracting HIV  through the sharing of needles when injecting drugs.

        Other dangers of drug abuse include seizures, or sudden strong attacks which affect the brain, otherwise known as fits. Not only that, there is also a risk of stroke, which can lead to paralysis of the body, partially or entirely. Furthermore, drug abusers usually suffer from emotional breakdowns, chiefly because of their extremely strong urge for ...

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