Opioids are a classification of drugs that bind to opioid receptors in the brain. They can be any form of drug, synthetic or natural, that is derived from the opium poppy plant. Often these drugs are medically prescribed for pain management. Therefore, when properly administered and ingested these drugs can be highly effective in treating pain, diarrhea, and certain other conditions. However, despite intense regulation, these drugs are widely abused by Americans. With this in mind, an opioid abuser may exhibit any of the following signs:
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