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First time shooting up
#18838831 - 09/13/13 09:10 PM (10 years, 4 months ago) |
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I shot some heroin this morning, a very small amount just so I could get a feel for it and figure out the technique for shooting.
Anyway, after about 10 times I finally got it in a vein and drew back some blood. I slowly injected the hit and almost instantly felt very, very mild effects (I would say I only shot 3mg or so, with roughly 0.3 units of water), so I felt almost nothing, but my heart seemed to beat a lot faster for 30 seconds or so which I assume would be considered the rush?
I wiped the area with an alcohol swab afterwards. Shortly after the area became very red and slightly swollen/puffy but after an hour or so it all seems to be normal.
However, I am experiencing some very mild pain (hardly noticeable, but enough to have me a bit worried) around the injection site when bending my arm.. The pain is more noticeable when pressing my finger down over the injection site.
Is this anything to be concerned about? It's my first time shooting and I'm just worried I've done something wrong... As I said, the swelling and redness has gone away, and my arm looks fine apart from a whole load of track marks.
I will obviously go to a doctor if the pain worsens or swelling comes back, I'd just like some input from more experienced people.
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Re: First time shooting up [Re: Nevermind] 2
#18838841 - 09/13/13 09:12 PM (10 years, 4 months ago) |
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You sound like a champ, shooting heroin is what all the successful people have always started out doing.
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Re: First time shooting up [Re: Nevermind]
#18838850 - 09/13/13 09:13 PM (10 years, 4 months ago) |
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glhf?
be careful
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Re: First time shooting up [Re: Nevermind]
#18838851 - 09/13/13 09:14 PM (10 years, 4 months ago) |
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I've never shot not even done heroin but there shouldn't be a fast beating heart rush, that's typical for stimulants. I think that was your own natural adrenaline. As for the rest, I have no idea, stay safe, bro.
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Re: First time shooting up [Re: Nevermind] 1
#18838853 - 09/13/13 09:14 PM (10 years, 4 months ago) |
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junkies unite!
IF you post heroin related stuff in the pub you'll get a lot of people saying bullshit like "just quit" or sob stories about all the people they've seen die from it.
it gets annoying.
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Re: First time shooting up [Re: Nevermind] 2
#18838856 - 09/13/13 09:15 PM (10 years, 4 months ago) |
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Pretty normal. Your heart will beat quickly during the intial dosing, while your body is metabolising the drug. It will slown down later, because that's what cns depressants do.
Redness around the injection site is normal, and the pain can most likely be explained by a decidedly amateurish technique. I'm certainly not suggesting you get well-acquainted with IV drug use, but with a bit of practise you'll get the hang of thing and you won't need to stab yourself a quarter-million times.
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rbalzer said: junkies unite!
IF you post heroin related stuff in the pub you'll get a lot of people saying bullshit like "just quit" or sob stories about all the people they've seen die from it.
it gets annoying.
Also, this. Just don't be stupid and you'll be fine.
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Re: First time shooting up [Re: GreySatyr]
#18838862 - 09/13/13 09:15 PM (10 years, 4 months ago) |
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Just chill out and try not to freak out
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Re: First time shooting up [Re: Nevermind] 1
#18838864 - 09/13/13 09:15 PM (10 years, 4 months ago) |
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good luck with that life style.
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Re: First time shooting up [Re: GreySatyr]
#18838865 - 09/13/13 09:15 PM (10 years, 4 months ago) |
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GreyMorph said: I've never shot not even done heroin but there shouldn't be a fast beating heart rush, that's typical for stimulants. I think that was your own natural adrenaline. As for the rest, I have no idea, stay safe, bro.
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Re: First time shooting up [Re: Nevermind]
#18838867 - 09/13/13 09:16 PM (10 years, 4 months ago) |
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just quit now man--i've seen too many people i know die from this shit *sob*
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Re: First time shooting up [Re: Nevermind]
#18838871 - 09/13/13 09:17 PM (10 years, 4 months ago) |
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Ask questions like this in ODD so you don't have to deal with typical pub responses.
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Bodhi of Ankou said: You sound like a champ, shooting heroin is what all the successful people have always started out doing.
I'm doing pretty well for myself. Granted, shooting isn't something I continue to do.
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claraclairvoyant said: good luck with that life style.
Let the condescending bullshit begin.
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Quote:
shivas.wisdom said: just quit now man--i've seen too many people i know die from this shit *sob*
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hey svs, fuck you
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Nevermind


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Bodhi of Ankou said: You sound like a champ, shooting heroin is what all the successful people have always started out doing.
Thanks for the kind words.
I'm not planning on making this a regular thing... I'm moving in a week anyway and will no longer have a supply. I just though I'd give it a try while I had the chance...
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sVs said: Pretty normal. Your heart will beat quickly during the intial dosing, while your body is metabolising the drug. It will slown down later, because that's what cns depressants do.
Redness around the injection site is normal, and the pain can most likely be explained by a decidedly amateurish technique. I'm certainly not suggesting you get well-acquainted with IV drug use, but with a bit of practise you'll get the hang of thing and you won't need to stab yourself a quarter-million times.
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rbalzer said: junkies unite!
IF you post heroin related stuff in the pub you'll get a lot of people saying bullshit like "just quit" or sob stories about all the people they've seen die from it.
it gets annoying.
Also, this. Just don't be stupid and you'll be fine.
Thanks, that's reassuring.
I think it was just bad technique.. I mean I definitely drew back blood, so that means I was in a vein, right?
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rbalzer said:
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GreyMorph said: I've never shot not even done heroin but there shouldn't be a fast beating heart rush, that's typical for stimulants. I think that was your own natural adrenaline. As for the rest, I have no idea, stay safe, bro.

What's BS? I told him I had no experience and I gave my opinion of what I thought. It's a lot more than most have given him. Most call him a junkie or tell him he's on a bad road. I could see myself arguing with you all night about nothing but after this post I am going to bed so good night .
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Re: First time shooting up [Re: GreySatyr]
#18838904 - 09/13/13 09:21 PM (10 years, 4 months ago) |
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please dont shoot up man good vibes all around
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claraclairvoyant said: hey svs, fuck you
Now now, refrain from flaming or trolling in the pub. We'd hate to lose such an illustrious poster for any amount of time.
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Illustrious 
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Re: First time shooting up [Re: GreySatyr]
#18839036 - 09/13/13 09:46 PM (10 years, 4 months ago) |
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Quote:
GreyMorph said:
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rbalzer said:
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GreyMorph said: I've never shot not even done heroin but there shouldn't be a fast beating heart rush, that's typical for stimulants. I think that was your own natural adrenaline. As for the rest, I have no idea, stay safe, bro.

What's BS? I told him I had no experience and I gave my opinion of what I thought. It's a lot more than most have given him. Most call him a junkie or tell him he's on a bad road. I could see myself arguing with you all night about nothing but after this post I am going to bed so good night .
just because you said there shouldn't be a sudden increase in heart rate. Which was based on....most likely, speculation, therefore
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