Conjunctival and episcleral injection in drug abuse.
A young man presented with severe conjunctival and episcleral injection in both eyes without other manifestations. On the second visit, persistent questioning revealed the intravenous use of an over-the-counter preparation with a stimulant effect. Unusual external ocular signs may be an indication of drug abuse.
D000328:Adult; D000662:Amphetamines; D003229:Conjunctival Diseases / Q000139:chemically induced*; D004338:Drug Combinations; D006801:Humans; D006851:Hydrochloric Acid; D013287:Illicit Drugs; D007275:Injections, Intravenous; D008297:Male; D008694:Methamphetamine / Q000494:pharmacology; D004364:Pharmaceutical Preparations; D012590:Sclera / Q000187:drug effects*; D019966:Substance-Related Disorders / Q000150:complications*
D000662:Amphetamines; D004338:Drug Combinations; D013287:Illicit Drugs; D004364:Pharmaceutical Preparations; D008694:Methamphetamine; D006851:Hydrochloric Acid