Individuals who snort cocaine are likely to experience which problem?
a. cheilosis c. perforation of the nasal septum
b. nasopharyngeal cancer d. infection from herpes simplex virus I
C
Nasal insufflation, or snorting of cocaine, can cause perforation of the nasal septum. This can lead to necrosis of the septal cartilage. Cheilosis is a disorder characterized by atrophic, irritated, and cracked skin at the outer corners of the mouth which can occur from a deficiency of riboflavin in the diet, poorly fitting dentures, and deficiencies of the immune system. Snorting cocaine is not associated with nasopharyngeal cancer. Herpes simplex I is a virus that can cause infections of the lips commonly called cold sores or fever blisters.
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