What are the long-term effects of ketamine use?

The long-term effects of ketamine include severe physical and mental health issues, with practical advice on dealing with its use.

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The Real Deal on Long-Term Ketamine Use Have you ever been at a party and heard someone talking about ketamine, sometimes called 'K' or 'Special K'? It's mentioned in songs and on TV shows, and it seems like just another party drug, right? Wrong. Ketamine started It's life as an anesthetic in the 1960s, and it's still used medically for certain surgeries and pain management. However, it's also found a less glamorous life on the streets and in clubs. Let's dive into the science bit first: ketamine is classified as a dissociative anesthetic, which means it can make you feel...
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