Eugene, OR – Serenity Lane is a local nonprofit rehab facility that provides outpatient services for people living with substance use disorders and alcohol use disorders. They recently posted a piece explaining the impact of cocaine sweats.
Sweating is a normal part of the body’s functions. It is one way the body regulates temperature and is certainly not always a sign of substance use, but excessive or out-of-context sweating could be part of a larger pattern.
“Cocaine is not the only substance, including medications, that can cause sweating as a side effect. When someone sweats when their body doesn’t require it, especially in excess, this is known as hyperhidrosis. Hyperhidrosis has two forms: primary and secondary. Primary hyperhidrosis occurs from genetics and usually appears early in life, with symptoms continuing to occur throughout your life. Secondary hyperhidrosis, on the other hand, is caused by other conditions such as substance use.
The substances that can lead to hyperhidrosis are ones that primarily interact with the central nervous system. This includes cocaine. While in the body, it interrupts and alters the messaging systems. This can lead to an increased body temperature, which leads to sweating, or it can trigger the sweating response, leading to excess sweating as a result,” the article says.
There are other symptoms typically associated with cocaine sweats, which can help someone identify its cause. These short-term symptoms include restlessness, increased irritability, dry mouth, headaches, and dizziness. Some long-term symptoms include increased depression or anxiety, changes in sleep patterns, new or worsening cough, nasal damage, and nose bleeds, as well as malnutrition or changes in appetite.
“While hyperhidrosis is not usually a sign of a serious condition that needs immediate care, it is a condition that can be treated. If your sweating is bothering you, talk with your doctor about it. There are medications, diet changes, and other treatments that can help manage your symptoms and lessen your sweating.
In the case of cocaine use, there can be a time when cocaine sweats are a precursor to an overdose. Being able to spot the signs of a cocaine overdose is important so you know how to react properly. The most common signs of a cocaine overdose include: chest pains, tremours, extreme paranoia, panic, changes in breathing, seizure, stroke, nausea, and vomiting,” the article continues.
An overdose is extremely dangerous and can lead to death. Anyone who believes they are witnessing someone have an overdose should always call for medical help. Orgenon’s Good Samaritan law prevents someone from getting in trouble for possessing drug paraphernalia, violating parole, being somewhere drugs are used, and having outstanding warrants when they call for medical attention.
Serenity Lane has been helping people overcome substance and alcohol use disorders since 1973. Every program they offer is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF). Their organization has introduced many new programs in Oregon, including residential step-down and outpatient programs that integrate residential and outpatient services. They have also been the provider of the only Addiction Counselor Training Program in Oregon. Some graduates of their program now offer services through several treatment programs throughout the country.
Anyone who would like to know more about the addiction treatment services available through Serenity Lane of Eugene, Oregon can visit their website or contact them by telephone or email. Serenity Lane has live people ready to help place patients from 8:00 am - 7:30 pm Monday through Friday, and 8:00 am - 6:00 pm Saturday and Sunday.
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For more information about Serenity Lane Intensive Outpatient Services, Eugene, contact the company here:
Serenity Lane Intensive Outpatient Services, Eugene
Stephanie Edwards
541-485-1577
info@serenitylane.org
4211 West 11th Avenue
Eugene, OR 97402
