{"componentChunkName":"component---common-build-question-tags-template-js","path":"/question-tag/medicinal-cannabis/2","result":{"data":{"allQuestion":{"edges":[{"node":{"id":"Question_12082-markdown","title":"How do I get a medical recommendation and ID?","slug":"how-do-i-get-a-medical-recommendation-and-id","content":"\n_____________________\nHi there! \n\nHelloMD currently offers consultations for patients in California, New York, and Ontario, Canada. Please select \"Talk to a Doctor\" at the top of the page to begin the registration process. \n\nYou will be asked to enter your basic information, medical history, and upload a copy of your ID so we can verify your age and identity prior to connecting you to a practitioner. This will give you an overview of the process: https://www.hellomd.com/about-us\n\nIf you have you have questions regarding the process, you can use our live chat feature in the bottom corner of our website. Someone from our Customer Service team will respond to you right away! \n\nI hope this information helps! :-) \n\nVeronicaB","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_12058-markdown","title":"Would medical cannabis help with symptoms of Biopolar II? ","slug":"would-medical-cannabis-help-with-symptoms-of-biopolar-ii","content":"\"Hello. I am 26 years old and have had experience with recreational weed in the past. However i found that medicated Weed has helped with my anxiety which is one of my main symptoms of Bipolar. Along with getting to sleep and staying asleep. I get very little to no sleep most nights without my current meds. Though they are working, i fear that i might not have access to them 6 months from now. Seeing as its my last year of being under my parents medical insurance and i only work part time which means no benifits. (Though i am looking for a better job atm.) I am also still in school. I have been trying to figure out if Medical Marijuana would be a good alternative. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance.\"\n_____________________\n When using cannabis, it is very important to maintain a relationship with a mental health provider. I have followed many patients with bipolar disorder who have done well with cannabis therapy. CBD is great for reducing anxiety and appears to be a good mood stabilizer. THC is needed for mood elevation because CBD, by itself, sometimes makes depression worse. For type ll bipolar, I usually recommend a CBD:THC ratio of about 5:1-1:1.\n\ndrfrye\n_____________________\nI'm so sorry to hear that you are going through this difficult time.  I think cannabis can be a useful tool for you but only in the context of functioning mental health team.   If you haven't already, talk to you psychiatrist & other mental health providers and discuss your probable future situation and options that you might have.  Alot of providers I have worked with, if they've seen you for awhile, might still agree to see you during this transition time, even if money is short.   In terms of the cannabis, yes it can be useful but only if used properly.  I always warn pts that having mental health issues greatly increases the risk of abuse/ psychological dependency on cannabis so there has to be some discipline in usage.  In addition,  I have personally seen cannabis in high doses actually worsen anxiety, paranoia, & even psychosis;  usage of cannabis needs to be kept \"low & slow.\"  Besides anxiety & mood management,  one of the most important roles of cannabis is to improve sleep which is critical when dealing with any mental health disorder.  As an extra step, besides moderate use of cannabis, I highly recommend the following book that was recommended to me concerning bipolar management:   \n\"Bipolar Disorder: A Guide for Patients and Families\" by  Dr. Francis Mark Mondimore.  We wish you the best; please feel free to come back and let us know how you are doing!\n\ndrpark","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_12057-markdown","title":"I am 18 years of age but i am diagnosed with anxiety, depression, insomnia, and ptsd. Can i still quality for a medical id? I cannot stand pharmaceutical drugs none of them have worked for me i know cannabis is the right choice.","slug":"i-am-18-years-of-age-but-i-am-diagnosed-with-anxiety-depression-insomnia-and-ptsd-can-i-still-quality-for-a-medical-id-i-cannot-stand-pharmaceutical-drugs-none-of-them-have-worked-for-me-i-know-cannabis-is-the-right-choice","content":"\"(California)\"\n_____________________\nI certainly understand your concerns.  Medical Marijuana may be benficial for your condition(s) but we often find that a combination of traditional pharmaceutical medications are also necessary.  Feel free to meet with a healthcare provider in your state for a consult, but I encourage you to keep an open mind in order to find a regimen that will improve your quality of life and minimize the symptoms you are experiencing.  \n\nNP Joshua","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_12053-markdown","title":"I live in El Cerrito (3 minutes Berkeley). Will you be delivering medical products soon? ","slug":"i-live-in-el-cerrito-3-minutes-berkeley-will-you-be-delivering-medical-products-soon","content":"\n_____________________\nWe are hoping to expand our delivery service to other parts of the Bay Area very soon!\n\nnsavelli","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_12029-markdown","title":"How do I find a reputable doctor in Illinois to speak with about the medical marijuana program?","slug":"how-do-i-find-a-reputable-doctor-in-illinois-to-speak-with-about-the-medical-marijuana-program","content":"\"I live in Illinois, and I have been taking 60 mg of oxycodone every 4 hours for the past 6 years to handle 4 dibilitating pain issues all of which are inoperable. My regular doctor has been handling my pain medication because I have not been able to find a specialist who's wanted to deal with my medication. My regular doctor is going to be retiring shortly. He has suggested the medical marijuana program, but he doesn't know how to deal with that. If I have 15 to 20 years worth of valid medical records showing my conditions, and all four of my issues are listed as being issues that make me eligible for the medical marijuana program in Illinois, how do I find a doctor who will help me sign up for the program, and without looking like I am doctor searching? is there a list somewhere that says what doctors will help you sign up for the program? Everyone I've talked to, thinks that going the medical marijuana route is considerably better then taking the oxycodone I have been taking. I don't want to deal with the oxycodone anymore specifically due to the stigma related to it, but I don't know how to find a doctor to help me sign up for the medical marijuana program here in Illinois. If anyone can help steer me to a qualified doctor or has any information on how I can find a qualified doctor to help me sign up for the medical marijuana program, and assist me in then hopefully eliminating the oxycodone, I would very much appreciate it! Thank you!\"\n_____________________\nI assume your own docs are either unwilling to certify you have a legally qualifying condition for your application, or the hospital system to which they belong doesn't let its physicians do so. Google \"medical marijuana dispensary near me\" and contact one of those coming up in the search results. They can suggest the names of physicians who are willing to assist you--BUT you still have to prove you have a qualifying condition. These doctors charge reasonable non-trivial fees, but no insurer will cover them (nor the state application/issuance fees nor the products once you're approved). Bear in mind you must register with ONE dispensary and can use ONLY that one--if traveling elsewhere in IL, you can't use that town's dispensary. And your card is useless in any other state. It's good only in your home state. Also, weed bought legally in a recreational-weed state cannot be brought across state lines even if you hold a valid permit.  Good luck!\n\nfolkiefoodie\n_____________________\nMeanwhile, have you tried hemp-derived CBD oil or tinctures? They are legal in IL and can be bought from vape shops, health food stores, or from some sympathetic doctors--with no need for a permit. If you don't want to get high, it's a good alternative. Go to a highly-rated shop (Yelp is good for that) with a knowldegeable staff. CBD has been shown to be useful in helping with opioid withdrawal, increasing your pain threshhold, and when combined with over-the-counter painkillers, as or nearly as effective for pain relief.\n\nI can understand your doctor's reluctance--the paperwork is a minefield, especially for old-school docs. As I said in my other post, the best way to get recommendations for docs who can help you apply is to contact your local dispensary via phone or e-mail. That's how I found the doc handling my application.\n\nfolkiefoodie\n_____________________\nThanks for sharing your history.  I agree that medical marijuana might be a useful treatment modality for your chronic pain as well as a possible means to decrease your chronic opiate usage.  Here are two websites that I think may help you out.  The first is a link to the IL state website for the  MCPP (medical cannabis pilot program):  https://www2.illinois.gov/sites/mcpp/Pages/default.aspx    The 2nd link is to find medical marijuana physicians in IL:  https://www.marijuanadoctors.com/medical-marijuana/il/\nI hope that these help out!\n\ndrpark","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_12020-markdown","title":"I have a Medical MJ card, here in NJ, can I use it to purchase a product?","slug":"i-have-a-medical-mj-card-here-in-nj-can-i-use-it-to-purchase-a-product","content":"","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_12008-markdown","title":"Can I renew my medical card on line","slug":"can-i-renew-my-medical-card-on-line","content":"","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_12007-markdown","title":"Need to renew my medical card","slug":"need-to-renew-my-medical-card","content":"","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_12001-markdown","title":"After I get my medical card, can I buy cannabis from you?","slug":"after-i-get-my-medical-card-can-i-buy-cannabis-from-you","content":"\n_____________________\nHi there \n\nDepending on your location, you may be able to purchase cannabis products from HelloMD! \n\nIf you are located in the San Francisco Bay Area, you may be able to purchase products for delivery from us. You can view a list of our current service areas by clicking here: https://www.hellomd.com/service-areas \n\nI am afraid these locations are the only areas we can delivery cannabis products to, however please check it regularly as we anticipate to expand as soon as possible. \n\nIf you are located in New York and wish to purchase cannabis products, you can click here to view a list of all the registered dispensaries in New York: https://www.health.ny.gov/regulations/medical_marijuana/application/selected_applicants.htm \n\nI hope this information helps! :-) \n\nVeronicaB\n_____________________\nPlease check out this link for our most updated service areas: https://www.hellomd.com/service-areas\n\nWe are continuing to expand so if you do not see your area on our map then please check back regularily as we grow\n\nBartSmart","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_11993-markdown","title":"Can I get a medical marijuana card if I live in Arizona?","slug":"can-i-get-a-medical-marijuana-card-if-i-live-in-arizona","content":"\n_____________________\nHi there! \n\nWhile the state of Arizona does currently have a medical marijuana program in place, I am afraid HelloMD can only provided marijuana recommendations in California and New York at this time. \n\nPlease check out this link below with more information on obtaining your recommendation in Arizona. This website will provide all the information you need including a list of the qualifying conditions, applications, and information for physician, dispensaries, and caregivers. \n\nI hope this information helps! :-) \n\nVeronicaB","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_11992-markdown","title":"How do I find the doctors personal recommendation also. Iibow do I find my medical profile","slug":"how-do-i-find-the-doctors-personal-recommendation-also-iibow-do-i-find-my-medical-profile","content":"","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_11936-markdown","title":"What's a great way of getting rid of INVASIVE Ductal Carcinoma?  Want to use medical cannabis.","slug":"whats-a-great-way-of-getting-rid-of-invasive-ductal-carcinoma-want-to-use-medical-cannabis","content":"\n_____________________\nHello! Great question. I would recommend a CBD based lotion which can help control pain and inflammation. The New York Times published an article on just this topic earlier this year:\nhttps://www.nytimes.com/2018/01/30/style/cbd-oil-beauty-cannabis-pain-relief.html\n\ndrjacquelynlew\n_____________________\nHello, \nThere are several studies which show that CBD has anti-cancer effects. \nhttps://www.projectcbd.org/cancer\nAlso, an Italian study investigated the anti-tumor activities of plant cannabinoids on breast cancer, including:  CBG, CBC, CBD, CBDA and THCA. They found that CBD and CBG have the most anti-tumor activity, even moreso than THC.  \nhttps://www.alchimiaweb.com/blogfr/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/J-Pharmacol-Exp-Ther-2006-Ligresti-jpet.106.105247-Anti-tumor-activity-of-plant-cannabinoids-with-emphasis-.pdf\nHowever, I would not say that cannabis would erradicate the cancer. I  recommend that you discuss this matter with your oncologist and that you should (probably) use cannabis only as an adjunct to what your oncologist prescribes. You  should also consult with a physician who can help tailor a regimen  according to your specific case. I wish you and your family all the best. \nHere are a few products which may be helpful: \n1. https://www.hellomd.com/products/5abbed821bb06d000861403d/calm-tablinguals (CBG)\n2. https://www.cbd.org/products/chocolates/18-1-chocolate\n3. http://kivaconfections.com/products/bars/espresso\n4. https://jettyextracts.com/collections/pax-era-pods - Cannatonic CBD\nI  also recommend strains that are high in CBG, including: Magic Jordan,  Destroyer, Allen Wrench and Mickey Cush (also known for its anti-nausea  and appetite stimulating effects.\n\ndrkim","image":null}}]}},"pageContext":{"limit":12,"skip":12,"numPages":41,"currentPage":2,"id":5495,"name":"Medicinal Cannabis","slug":"medicinal-cannabis","country":"US"}},"staticQueryHashes":["3949754563","4179947113","4202924991"]}