When you use cocaine, the reward pathway to your brain is activated and over constant use that reward pathway becomes less sensitive to other things that once brought you pleasure. You've probably noticed things that used to make you happier, feel good don't actually make you feel happy or good anymore, such as eating a nice meal, watching a good movie or snuggling up with your significant other. That is when you're not on cocaine. When you're high on cocaine, everything feels okay but never like it used to when you first started. While your body can absolutely build up a tolerance, cocaine can actually produce something called sensitization, which means it takes less cocaine for you to feel some of the negative effects like anxiety, nervousness or even convulsions. Depending on how you use cocaine.

The health risks can include serious nose problems, if you snorted or long problems if you smoke it. And if you use a needle, you're at risk for contracting HIV or hepatitis. Cocaine no matter how you use it will reduce blood flow in the gastro intestinal tract, which means it's hard especially on your stomach lining. malnourishment is a concern as well and cocaine use over time can have a negative effect on the heart and cardiovascular system. People who use cocaine are also at greater risk for stroke, bleeding in the brain and Parkinson's disease. The good news is is that the body is so resilient.

If you are a long term heavy cocaine user, it will be a good idea to have a health checkup when with your doctor to see where you stand with everything. Most physical conditions can be reversed by simply not using and working through this course as we focused on your physical body, your mental health And your social environment. Even if you do have long term non reversible effects from heavy use such as HIV, hepatitis or other conditions, it's going to be even that much more important to follow a strict plan that doesn't just involve not using cocaine but taking care of your whole body so you can live the best possible life. With that being said, let's dive right in and get started.