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Physical Exam for Adult Drug Use Problems

A physical exam is one way your doctor looks for signs of drug use problems or dependence. During your physical exam, your doctor may check for:

  • Nose or lung problems from using cocaine.
  • Needle marks from injecting drugs.
  • Small, "pinpoint" pupils in your eyes.
  • A fast heart rate.
  • Sweating.
  • Slurred speech.
  • A runny nose or watery eyes.
  • Liver problems.

ByHealthwise Staff
Primary Medical Reviewer Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine
Martin J. Gabica, MD - Family Medicine
Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine
Specialist Medical Reviewer Peter Monti, PhD - Alcohol and Addiction
Christine R. Maldonado, PhD - Behavioral Health

Current as ofOctober 9, 2017

Current as of: October 9, 2017

Author: Healthwise Staff

Medical Review: Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine & Martin J. Gabica, MD - Family Medicine & Kathleen Romito, MD - Family Medicine & Peter Monti, PhD - Alcohol and Addiction & Christine R. Maldonado, PhD - Behavioral Health