Fingertip and nasal tip thermal burn in crack cocaine user

Abstract

Crack cocaine addiction is a public health problem in Brazil. It is an endemic disease that affects rural and urban areas. The Ministry of Health has launched emergency programs for the treatment of dependents and to combat drug trafficking. Recognition of dermatological signs of this disease is important because through them the diagnosis can be suspected and early treatment of patients with crack cocaine addiction be provided.

Keywords

• Cocaine-related disorders
• Crack cocaine
• Drug toxicity
• Hand dermatoses