How does heroin affect the heart? - Medical News Today


6/29/2022 12:00:00 AM2 years 10 months ago
by Rachel Ann Tee-Melegrito

Can heroin cause a heart attack? Read on to learn more, such as how the drug affects the body, including the heart, and how to seek help.

Heroin is an illegal opioid that can negatively impact health. Like many illegal drugs, heroin can have adverse cardiovascular effects, such as irregular heart rates and heart attacks. Additionally… [+6869 chars]

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