The most severe effect is that it can lead to a stroke. “A large increase in blood pressure causes bleeding in the brain” (Carroll 43), resulting in a paralyzing stroke. There are two types of strokes that can occur: ischemic stroke and hemorrhagic stroke. “Both ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes can be caused by excessive cocaine use” (Olive 55), with an outcome leaving major damage of the brain. Another serious neurological problem is seizures. Seizures are caused by “high temperatures” (Carroll 44) and “overstimulation in the brain” (Olive 55). If a person seeks help before it is too late, doctors may be able to stop the seizure with treatment drugs. If the user does not make it in time, it can lead to brain damage or even possibly
The most severe effect is that it can lead to a stroke. “A large increase in blood pressure causes bleeding in the brain” (Carroll 43), resulting in a paralyzing stroke. There are two types of strokes that can occur: ischemic stroke and hemorrhagic stroke. “Both ischemic and hemorrhagic strokes can be caused by excessive cocaine use” (Olive 55), with an outcome leaving major damage of the brain. Another serious neurological problem is seizures. Seizures are caused by “high temperatures” (Carroll 44) and “overstimulation in the brain” (Olive 55). If a person seeks help before it is too late, doctors may be able to stop the seizure with treatment drugs. If the user does not make it in time, it can lead to brain damage or even possibly