{"componentChunkName":"component---common-build-question-tags-template-js","path":"/question-tag/liver/","result":{"data":{"allQuestion":{"edges":[{"node":{"id":"Question_11851-markdown","title":"what kind of cannabis would I use to help my liver?","slug":"what-kind-of-cannabis-would-i-use-to-help-my-liver","content":"\n_____________________\nHello,\nThere are multiple pre-clinical studies which suggest that cannabis may play a prominent role in promoting liver health. And unlike most cannabis research topics, there are several studies which investigate CBD's effects on liver diseases, such as cirrhosis, liver failure and hepatic (liver) encephalopathy.\nhttps://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21654828\nhttps://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3057300/\nhttps://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21362471\n\nAdditionally, in a chart review of nearly 320,000 patients published just this year, researchers concluded that \"among alcohol users, individuals who additionally use cannabis  (dependent and non-dependent cannabis use) showed significantly lower odds of developing alcoholic steatosis, fibrosis, cirrhosis and hepatocellular carcinomna.\" \nhttps://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/29341392\n\nI  would likely recommend a very high CBD:low THC strain such as ACDC, Ringo's Gift or Harlequin -- or a high CBD:low THC product, such as the 18:1  formulations found at\nhttps://www.cbd.org/products\nPlease consult with a physician before starting any cannabis treatment regimen. \n\n\ndrkim","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_9231-markdown","title":"Will liver cirrhosis affect edibles and tinctures and how they work? I cannot get any relief from edibles.","slug":"will-liver-cirrhosis-affect-edibles-and-tinctures-and-how-they-work-i-cannot-get-any-relief-from-edibles","content":"\"Will liver cirrhosis  affect edibles and tinctures and how they work? I cannot get any relief from edibles. And I recently got diagnosed with COPD and I cannot hold in the smoke. I have a medical card, but nobody seems to know anything ...Please help\"\n_____________________\nHi there. I'm not a doctor, but hopefully one can chime in. I did find a previous Q&A on our site where a doctor recommended a high-CBD tincture to someone with cirrhosis to decrease chronic inflammation. Hope this helps and that you get the answers you need! \n\ngabriella\n_____________________\n Cannabis is metabolized primarily in the liver, but unlike alcohol it does not seem to be toxic to the liver or other organs.  Depending on how advanced your cirrhosis is, there could be an effect on the movement of ingested cannabis through the liver and on to the rest of the body.  If your COPD prevents you from inhaling, you might try tinctures or lozenges meant to be held in the mouth.  Cannabis can be absorbed directly from the mouth with effects usually in 10 minutes or so.  Once swallowed, a tincture is just an edible and will have to be absorbed from the stomach and passed through the liver before it reaches the rest of you.  Have you considered inhaling vaporized cannabis?  I suggest checking with your pulmonary physician regarding the relative safety of that route given your lung condition. \n\ndrelkind","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_9228-markdown","title":"Do edibles need a healthy liver?","slug":"do-edibles-need-a-healthy-liver","content":"\"I have cirrhosis and COPD so I have a hard time smoking it and for some reason edibles/tinctures do not work at all...#cantgetstoned\"\n_____________________\nHi there! I am not a doctor, but I encourage you to check out these similar questions on our website:\n\nhttps://www.hellomd.com/answers/5a8349f18bf343000746a660/will-liver-cirrhosis-affect-edibles-and-tinctures-and-how-they-work-i-cannot-get-any-relief-from-edibles\nhttps://www.hellomd.com/answers/5987bcff546f1f0427b1e591/can-cbd-help-my-primary-biliary-cirrhosis-pcb-liver-disease\nhttps://www.hellomd.com/answers/59cd7ab5309e60414865c3f9/i-have-cirrhosis-of-the-liver-can-i-still-use-cbd-safely\n\nI hope that you find some useful information from these, and hopefully a doctor or someone with more experience within the community will have another answer for you. :)\n\nmelissa","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_9218-markdown","title":"I need help with edibles and liver ","slug":"i-need-help-with-edibles-and-liver","content":"\"Tinctures in specific \"","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_9185-markdown","title":"Is recreationally smoking marijuana harmful for post liver transplant patients?","slug":"is-recreationally-smoking-marijuana-harmful-for-post-liver-transplant-patients","content":"\"I am 20 years old and about 10 years post op from two liver transplants(first one was unsuccesful). I am to the age where I would like to expiriment w recreational use of marijuanna. I have a few times and it seems like the effects are more severe and long lasting on me, could this be because my body is less capable of processing the thc and other chemicals? The days after I get a dull pain in my abdoman right about where the liver is located. It could very well be all in my head bc I am a hypocondriac, but would just like a definitive answer as to wether or not recrational marijuanna use would be harmful to someone in my position. I am on a plethra of anti-rejection meds and what not, also have ulcerative colitis. Please help\"\n_____________________\nPast \"extant\" case reports in the literature state cannabis use in the transplant population is associated with conditions such as glomerulonephritis, heart arrhythmias like ventricular tachycardia and toxicity from anti-rejection meds like tacrolimus.  However, newer studies seem to show survival rates for cannabis users for liver, kidney, lung, & heart transplants are the SAME as for non-users.  With this information, I would just have an honest talk with the transplant team and ask if cannabis use is okay/not prohibited. I wouldn't, however, necessarily assume that I could get off my anti-rejection medications.\n\ndrpark","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_9099-markdown","title":"Is your product safe to use with a person that has Cirrhosis, or can it be harmful to the liver?","slug":"is-your-product-safe-to-use-with-a-person-that-has-cirrhosis-or-can-it-be-harmful-to-the-liver","content":"\n_____________________\nHi there! I am not a doctor, and I am not sure what product exactly you are referring to, but CBD products might be able to alleviate some of the inflammation from cirrhosis.\n\nCheck out this two answers:\nhttps://www.hellomd.com/answers/59cd7ab5309e60414865c3f9/i-have-cirrhosis-of-the-liver-can-i-still-use-cbd-safely\nhttps://www.hellomd.com/answers/5987bcff546f1f0427b1e591/can-cbd-help-my-primary-biliary-cirrhosis-pcb-liver-disease\n\nI hope that helps!\n\nmelissa","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_8544-markdown","title":"I suffer from concussions. Is taking THC oil bad for the liver if I'm on SSRIs?","slug":"i-suffer-from-concussions-is-taking-thc-oil-bad-for-the-liver-if-im-on-ssris","content":"\" I just finished reading an article from Dr. Olson about cannabis oil and ssri s\nwhich I found interesting!\n There was mention in there about \n neurotransmitter instability. I would like to hear more about this if I could? \n I suffer from concussions and live daily with the effects from that  .The cannabis helps greatly with that . I do really wish that there was more research done as to why it helps so much. I can live a normal life with that. \n Is a THC oil  a bad idea to take with SSRIs being that the liver  absorbs both?\n\nthanks \"\n_____________________\nThere is more and more information coming out about how CBD is a nuero transmittor protector. Some intial researech and anecdotal evidence seem to point to the fact the dosing with CBD will help with faster recovery from concussions. Here is an article on the topic below. The great thing about CBD is it is an analgesic, anti spamodic, anti anxiety and good for the neurotransmittors.\n\nhttps://fusion.net/video/2778/harvard-psychiatrist-says-weed-heals-concussions/\n\npamelahadfield\n_____________________\nNo the THC in cannabis should not be damaging to your liver. Concussions and brain trauma are serious matters. Cannabis seems to provide benefits to the injured brain. Many Athletes and brain injury survivors have shared personal success stories of how cannabis has been of benefit to them. Also many studies have shown positive results. The science behind cannabis is complicated and our understanding is still evolving. Protection from neuro-degeneration is one aspect of cannabis that has been studied. Cannabinoids prevent over-excitation in the nervous system by inhibiting pre-synaptic transmission in neurons. This is a unique quality of cannabinoids. The bottom line is that cannabis seems to be good for the injured brain, and as a very safe herbal medicine, the benefits outweigh the risks.\n\nandrewvanmd\n_____________________\nTo answer your question about the liver and SSRI's: The pharmaceuticals require your body to work extra to detox, break down, and process man-made materials. Cannabis will not make your liver worse, but these SSRI's will. Instead, have you tried an herbal solution for anxiety and depression? Valerian root works on the same receptors as Xanax and also increases serotonin circulation like your anti-depressant. It's a whole-plant solution, so your body only benefits from its use. Good luck with your health journey! \n\n@NixduExtreme","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_8520-markdown","title":"I have end stage liver disease. Can cannabis help me?","slug":"i-have-end-stage-liver-disease-can-cannabis-help-me","content":"\"I stopped drinking over a year ago. I also severe ADHD so I don't want to make that worse. \"\n_____________________\nHello, There are insufficient research studies on Cirrhosis and Cannabis, in fact, the few studies conducted provide conflicting conclusions. The same is for ADD and Cannabis. I would recommend remaining under the care of your medical providers for Cirrhosis and ADD. However, supplementation with CBD may help. Some studies suggest that Cannabidiol (CBD) may help combat cirrhosis progression by assisting in the death of hepatic stellate cells. Findings also support that CBD can serve as a protective strategy against tissue damage in cirrhosis, by reducing the force of key inflammatory pathway. Anecdotal evidence also suggest that CBD may help in the management of impulsive and hyperactive behaviors associated with ADD.  High levels of cortisol and low levels of dopamine are at the root of many ADD/ADHD symptoms. CBD can reduce levels of cortisol and increase levels of dopamine in the brain, helping manage the symptoms of ADD/ADHD. \n\ntatiananp","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_8398-markdown","title":"Would daily use of cannabis-infused coconut oil negatively affect the liver?","slug":"would-daily-use-of-cannabis-infused-coconut-oil-negatively-affect-the-liver","content":"\n_____________________\nNo. Infusing cannabis into coconut oil works great when looking for a way to ingest cannabis. Since the essential fatty acids in the coconut oil are easily processed by the liver, and THC is also processed by the liver when eaten, the infused oil gives the cannabinoids a great entry into the liver where it can be processed into the metabolite called 11-hydroxy-THC. \n\nOnce the cannabinoids are infused into the coconut oil, you will be able to gain the benefits of both the medical marijuana strain you have chosen to use, as well as the natural health and immune benefits of the coconut oil itself.\n\nCBD has also proven effective at protecting the liver from steatosis caused by alcohol drinking by preventing an increase in oxidative stress and the autophagy induced by alcohol, thus protecting the liver from progressive damage. \n\nI suggest that you discuss the use of cannabis with with your primary care provider since he/she is aware of your medical history and overall health.\n\nnptherasse","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_8319-markdown","title":"Do etables hurt the liver? ","slug":"do-etables-hurt-the-liver-1","content":"\n_____________________\n  \nCannabis affects the body differently depending on how it is consumed. For an edible to work, it has to first pass through the body’s primary detox organ, the liver. In the liver, THC is broken down into a smaller metabolite called 11-hydroxy-THC. The two major cannabinoids found in cannabis, tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD) bind with or influence the cannabinoid receptors (CB1 and CB2) of the endocannabinoid system within the body. Previous studies had actually implicated action of CB1 in the progression of cirrhosis, fibrosis, and other liver diseases. However, CB2 receptor activation has shown beneficial effects on alcoholic fatty liver, hepatic inflammation, liver injury, regeneration and fibrosis and CBD has. Therefore, research suggests that using cannabis to selectively activate the CB2 receptor offers therapeutic potential for cirrhosis and other liver diseases (Mallat, et al., 2011). \nhttps://www.medicalmarijuanainc.com/cirrhosis-medical \n\njennifernp\n_____________________\nHi there! Did you mean edibles? \n\nIt depends. They aren't necessarily bad for your liver, but if you have a liver disease two of our doctors recommend cannabis tinctures instead of edibles. You can check out both their answers here: https://www.hellomd.com/answers/5726b0fd543cfc0008000075/i-am-trying-to-understand-if-cannabis-can-be-bad-for-the-liver-and-if-the-method-of-ingestion-matters-to-the-liver\n\nHope that helps!\n\nmelissa","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_8318-markdown","title":"Do etables hurt the liver","slug":"do-etables-hurt-the-liver","content":"","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_8307-markdown","title":"Hi, is this product good for metastatic breast cancer which has spread to lungs, liver and bones?","slug":"hi-is-this-product-good-for-metastatic-breast-cancer-which-has-spread-to-lungs-liver-and-bones","content":"\n_____________________\nHello,\n\nIf the goal is to see a dramatic cancer response that may be unlikely.  If the goal is to manage many of the side effects of metastatic breast cancer such as nausea, vomiting, pain and anxiety then yes, medical cannabis can be very helpful.\n\nNP Joshua","image":null}}]}},"pageContext":{"limit":12,"skip":0,"numPages":3,"currentPage":1,"id":5452,"name":"Liver","slug":"liver","country":"US"}},"staticQueryHashes":["3949754563","4179947113","4202924991"]}