{"componentChunkName":"component---common-build-question-tags-template-js","path":"/question-tag/fibromyalgia/2","result":{"data":{"allQuestion":{"edges":[{"node":{"id":"Question_8427-markdown","title":"What is a good edible for chronic pain (fibromyalgia) that is gluten-free?","slug":"what-is-a-good-edible-for-chronic-pain-fibromyalgia-that-is-gluten-free","content":"\n_____________________\nHello! You may like to try cannabis tea which acts as an edible. A company called Kikoko makes gluten-free teas in several formulations, one in particular is marketed for pain and is called Sympa-Tea. Other gluten free options could include cannabis butter, some gummies, among others. Best of luck!\n\ndrjacquelynlew","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_7920-markdown","title":"How can I get help for fibromyalgia in the United Kingdom","slug":"how-can-i-get-help-for-fibromyalgia-in-the-united-kingdom","content":"\n_____________________\nSpeak to Realm of Caring hot line or go to Elixinol.com/consult. Elixinol products are available in UK and South Africa with same quality as in the USA.\n\ndrblair","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_7730-markdown","title":"I have chronic pain, migraines, fibromyalgia, neck, shoulders and carpal tunnel. What can you do?","slug":"i-have-chronic-pain-migraines-fibromyalgia-neck-shoulders-and-carpal-tunnel-what-can-you-do","content":"\n_____________________\nI am not sure what I can do for you, but I can give you some advice on what to do for yourself. We started HelloMD because I suffered from pain, migraines and some other issues. After trying cannabis I found I was relatively pain free. Everyone is different so what works for me, may not work for you. My solution has been a daily regime of high CBD to THC tinctures. I typically ingest a 20:1 tincture a few times a day as well as a 4:1 tincture. CBD is an anti inflammatory and an analgesic among other fantastic properties. Small amounts of THC also help with pain. Vaping a high CBD pen of 1:1, 2:1 or 3:1 also helps. If I can not sleep I micro dose THC in small doses - typically under 5mg. All of these things together have helped me. I am not a doctor and can only say what has worked for me. I hope this helps!\n]\n\npamelahadfield","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10277-markdown","title":"I am considering using the patches for my pain fibromyalgia, nueropathy and lower back/sacroiliac.","slug":"i-am-considering-using-the-patches-for-my-pain-fibromyalgia-nueropathy-and-lower-back-sacroiliac","content":"\n_____________________\nShouldn't be a problem.  However, if you are taking other meds such as opiates, benzodiazepines (i.e. Valium) or anticonvulsants like gabapentin at the same time, it would probably be in your best interest not to administer too many of these medications together &/or at the same time.  There have been HelloMD pts in the past as well as in other outside practices that have reported major falls/ dizziness/ loss of balance especially with these drug combinations.  \n\ndrpark","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10215-markdown","title":"Can I legally purchase marijuana in South Carolina?","slug":"can-i-legally-purchase-marijuana-in-south-carolina","content":"\"I have fibromyalgia and chronic pain.\"\n_____________________\nThe only cannabis that is allowed in South Carolina at this time would be the \nHemp CBD's for only patient's who have terminal or potentially chronic life threatening illnesses and it appears that all other attempts to legalize medical marijuana for a qualified patient with a prescription from a licensed Physician was rejected by South Carolina Senate, just last year, 2016. At this time it's not legal for you to purchase, possess or use marijuana in South Carolina.\nYou do have legal organizations in South Carolina that are trying to get the laws passed for the citizens in South Carolina so I encourage you to join one of those groups.\n\ndrolson","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10214-markdown","title":"Is it safe to use marijuana if you only have one kidney?","slug":"is-it-safe-to-use-marijuana-if-you-only-have-one-kidney","content":"\"I take some cannabis tincture at night for fibromyalgia; it controls pain and helps me sleep. I only have one kidney and I had to go to emergency room because my urinary tract infection (UTI) made my kidney inflame. Is is safe for my kidney to keep using marijuana?\"\n_____________________\nYes, Cannabis should be safe for you to use because cannabis is cleared through the liver and then excreted through the bowels. Hydration is a very important issue for you so always keep your body well hydrated in order to protect the one kidney you do have.\n\ndrolson","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10009-markdown","title":"How do you get a medical marijuana card in New York state?","slug":"how-do-you-get-a-medical-marijuana-card-in-new-york-state","content":"\"What are the qualifying conditions?\"\n_____________________\nThe best place to start would be here......\nhttps://www.health.ny.gov/regulations/medical_marijuana/patients/\n\nandrewvanmd\n_____________________\nThere are four main steps to obtaining a medical marijuana card in New York. \n\n1. Find a registered practitioner. In New York, only doctors and licensed nurse practitioners that are registered with the state's medical marijuana program can issue cannabis certifications.\n\n2. Have a qualifying condition. Only patients with one of these serious, debilitating, or life-threatening conditions may qualify for medical marijuana: cancer, HIV-positive or AIDS, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis (MS), damage to the nervous tissue of the spinal cord with objective neurological indication of intractable spasticity, epilepsy, inflammatory bowel disease (IBS), neuropathy, chronic pain as defined by 10 NYCRR ss 1004.2(a)(i)(xi), or Huntington's disease. Patients must also have one of the following associated or complicating conditions: cachexia (wasting syndrome), severe or chronic pain, severe nausea, seizures, or severe or persistent muscle spasms.\n\n3. Register. Once certified by a registered practitioner that you qualify for a medical marijuana certification, you need to register on the New York State Medical Marijuana Program's website. You'll need to provide proof your identity and residency. Once your registration is processed, you will be mailed a registry identification card. \n\nOnce you have completed these steps, you will be able to visit a registered marijuana dispensing facility to purchase medical marijuana products. \n\nIt's important to note that New York does not accept medical marijuana certifications or recommendations from other states.\n\nashleigh\n_____________________\nIn NYS, you must have one of the 11 qualifying conditions to be approved for a medical marijuana recommendation.  You must then be certified by a registered medical marijuana practitioner. Upon certification, you must login to https://my.ny.gov/ and click on the \"Health Applications\" icon and then click on the \"Medical Marijuana Data Management System\" link to register. Patients who do not have a ny.gov account will need to click the \"Don't Have An Account\" button to create a personal ny.gov ID before proceeding. Patients will be required to provide proof of their identity and residency during the application process. Required documents can be found on the NYDOH website.\n\nwendynp","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_9694-markdown","title":"Do you have to have a medical marijuana card to get the cannibas patch?","slug":"do-you-have-to-have-a-medical-marijuana-card-to-get-the-cannibas-patch","content":"\"I was reading about the cannibas patch for diabetes pain and fibermyalgia. I have type 1 diabetes and was just diagnosed with fibromyalgia. I live in Colorado but don't have a medical marijuana license. Would like to try these patches. \"\n_____________________\nHi there-Luckily for you, cannabis is legal for both medicinal and recreational use in CO. I would suggest checking out Mary's Medicinals, as they make high-quality transdermal patches. You can see where they are available in your area by going here: http://www.marysmedicinals.com/find-marys-products/\n\nashleigh","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_9671-markdown","title":"How do I get a medical marijuana card in Oregon?  I've had chronic back pain and severe Fibromyalgia ","slug":"how-do-i-get-a-medical-marijuana-card-in-oregon-ive-had-chronic-back-pain-and-severe-fibromyalgia","content":"\"Since 2009 and the pills they give me for pain don't work unless I consume a large amount of them. \"\n_____________________\nHi there-\nIn Oregon individuals with a qualifying medical condition and a recommendation for medical marijuana from an attending physician may apply for a medical marijuana card. \n\nYou can read more about the qualifying condition and the process to obtain a medical card in Oregon on your state's public health authority website, found here: https://public.health.oregon.gov/DiseasesConditions/ChronicDisease/MedicalMarijuanaProgram/Pages/Physicians.aspx#role\n\nashleigh","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_9589-markdown","title":"I need recommendations for fibromyalgia and neck pain as well as anxiety. ","slug":"i-need-recommendations-for-fibromyalgia-and-neck-pain-as-well-as-anxiety","content":"\"I'm sensitive to supplements and medications so would love to know where to begin. I don't want to get paranoid or cause more anxiety. When I tried CBD oil capsules from my health food store I got agitated and it didn't help with pain.  Thank you\"\n_____________________\nCBD reacts with THC to create the desired effect. What was the ratio of CBD you tried in your capsules? I would recommend that you try some additional products and combinations to see how you react.\r\n\r\nIf you are sensitive to THC, try a high CBD tincture - something like 18:1 by Care By Design. If that does not get you anxious, but does not help with the fibromyalgia either, then try increasing the ratio of THC, or the overall dosage. For example move to a 8 : 1 ratio, and try a small amount.\r\n\r\nIt's often a case of experimenting with different products and combinations that will ultimately work, because everyone reacts differently to cannabis.\n\nmark\n_____________________\nHi,\r\nI second 18:1 by Care by Design. Add a topical neck balm as well and see how the combination works. The high CBD ratio means you get pain relief without the side effects of THC. Although some THC does work synergistically to enhance the overall effect, as Mark mentioned.\n\njrec","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_7380-markdown","title":"Are there sublingual oils for Fibromyalgia?","slug":"are-there-sublingual-oils-for-fibromyalgia","content":"\n_____________________\nUsually, oil preparations are not the best sublingual medications, for sublingual absorption typically you would want a tincture, a preparation that is water-soluble. A 2:1, CBD: THC sub lingual spray may work well for both pain and inflammation but it is psychoactive so you cannot go to work or drive a car if you are tipsy.  8:1, CBD: THC sublingual spray is not psychoactive and may work well for you.\n\ndrolson","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_7351-markdown","title":"My diagnosis is \"mild\" cerebral palsy   ","slug":"my-diagnosis-is-mild-cerebral-palsy","content":"\"My diagnosis is \"mild\" cerebral palsy; some symptoms are like fibromyalgia. In addition:  muscle spasms, chronic pain, leg weakness, difficulty sleeping.  In my four years on medical marijuana, the blessed herb has “quelled” my pain enough to get some sleep, but not deep enough sleep to ever feel rested.   My question for you is:  What do you believe to be the best ratio of THC to CBD for muscle spasms and resulting pain.  I wrote THE MEDICAL MARIJUANA HANDBOOK: A PATIENT’S GUIDE TO HOLISTIC HEALING WITH CANNABIS, so I know a bit on the topic -- but it's not easy finding specific ratios for specific issues. And, as I'm sure you know, other cannabinoids like CBN, CBG and CBC are also noted to help with pain and spasms, but almost never listed in a chemical analysis available to patients. A very well respected M.D. who has written books on cannabis told me to use a ratio of 3:1 CBD:THC.  So I’m doing my own trial on that right now, using two separate products to get that ratio – or close to it, anyway.  But I’d love to know your opinion.  Thanks for being there and for your help! Norma\"\n_____________________\nI certainly don't have the kind of problems that you've had to deal with since birth but your question has significant complexity. I actually would like to know what you're doing the rest of the day. Are you taking CBD during the day? Do you have a good sleep hygiene, like wearing sunglasses about an hour before bedtime? Do you have a stressful job? Do you notice your mind won't shut up? Do you maintain a healthy blood level of vitamin D3? Are you doing Sativa and then following it with Indica? Have you tried a large doses of CBD or concentrated CBD? Are you rubbing your body down with 1:1 CBD: THC Salve before bedtime? Are you taking concentrated calcium (increases muscle spasms) or do you take magnesium? Have you had your genetic chart done with a methylation analysis? If you have your methylation analysis it may reveals at you need specific nutrients, or if you have COMT snps (Single nucleotide polymorphisms) in your chart, it indicates that you are very sensitive to neurotransmitter imbalances and you may benefit from stabilizing the neurotransmitters with other supplements.\nI would love to continue this dialogue but I can only answer one time and then you must come back in with a new entry in order for me to answer you again.\n\ndrolson\n_____________________\nHello there!  To start off, I want to  say kudos for taking the challenges of even \"mild\" CP and going on to overcome said challenges and even write a book on med. cann that has helped others!  Besides the excellent advice from Dr. Olsen, I might add that you might want to look into two sets of  med cann products.  One set, for daytime, might have more CBD & THC  and the other set of med cann products with more THC & CBN.   The reason that I don't set a specific ratio of cannabinoids is that every person is different in their response!  At least for me, one of the beauties of cann. medicine is that dosage is placed in the control of the patient.  So I say go ahead and experiment;  for example the 3:1 ratio of CBD:THC is probably not supported by any literature but by a pooled analysis of the pts seen by this physician.   However, why not experiment (carefully) w/ 2:1 ratio?  or 10:1?  Don't forget, method of cann. intake will also effect the pharmacodynamics/ pharmacokinetics (what the drug does to the body and vice versa).  That is, using a vape-pen will be a completely different experience from trying tincture drops in tea or even micro-dosing edibles.    I hope that this helps; feel free to joing any of our qualified MD's for a tele-chat session!\n\ndrpark","image":null}}]}},"pageContext":{"limit":12,"skip":12,"numPages":4,"currentPage":2,"id":5252,"name":"Fibromyalgia","slug":"fibromyalgia","country":"US"}},"staticQueryHashes":["3949754563","4179947113","4202924991"]}