Facts
- One treatment approach that is used for managing opiate withdrawal is to treat the symptoms of the withdrawal with appropriate medication. Clondine, an antihypertensive drug, is sometimes used to reduce muscle pain and cramping.
- Of all of the illicit drug and/or heavy alcohol users in the nation, 43 percent of Americans report using only an illicit drug, 42 percent report using only alcohol heavily, and 16 percent report using both illicit drugs and alcohol heavily.
- Men are inclined to consume alcohol in larger amounts than women. Although women absorb more alcohol, and take longer to break it down and remove it from their bodies.
- Long term and excessive alcohol consumption causes liver cirrhosis (damage to liver cells); pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas); various cancers, including liver, mouth, throat, larynx (the voice box), and esophagus; high blood pressure; and psychological disorders.
Minor Hill, TN. - Payment Assistance (Check with facility for details)The price for drug addiction treatment in Minor Hill is usually far more than many addicts are able to afford. Many drug addicted individuals put off getting the help they need because they feel that they are unable to afford treatment. There are many drug rehabilitation programs that offer payment assistance (check with facility for details) for clients with lower income levels. The only way to know if you meet the requirements for any type of payment assistance is to contact the drug treatment facility directly and speak with their billing/financial department. They will be able to go over all the choices available and work with you directly on setting up a payment plan that operates for both you and the rehab.