{"componentChunkName":"component---common-build-question-tags-template-js","path":"/question-tag/medicinal-cannabis/30","result":{"data":{"allQuestion":{"edges":[{"node":{"id":"Question_7143-markdown","title":"Chronic pain in the butt!! ","slug":"chronic-pain-in-the-butt","content":"\"I suffer chronic pain. I believe from Pudendal neuralga and pelvic pain in my sitz bones (Ischial Tuberosities). Can't sit for long at all! Problem is I live in NC where there is no medical canabis help for pain. Can you give any answer other than move to another state. If I could get some 2/1 CBD just to try it might give me an answer. Any legal way??\"\n_____________________\nThis is a painful condition. I know from experience. Cannabis helps and I would try inhaled cannabis, a tincture, edible or suppository. You may be able to find medical cannabis in another east coast state and you can make your own preparations. CBD is widely available online and that may help.  Also please feel free to contact me directly for more information.\n\nandrewvanmd","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_7142-markdown","title":"How do I find a medical doctor In Portland Oregon for my minor daughter that will evaluate her for MM use?","slug":"how-do-i-find-a-medical-doctor-in-portland-oregon-for-my-minor-daughter-that-will-evaluate-her-for-mm-use","content":"\"She suffers from PTSD, Autism, Anxiety and Depression. She is extremely aggressive. I want her to start on a protocol of MM. How do I achieve this. \"\n_____________________\nHi- I am not familiar with Portland, Oregon but have you tried MERCY Centers' website for some information: http://mercycenters.org/orgs/Clinics.html#clinics_PDX or (503) 363-4588. Hope this helps. Best of luck.\n\nBartSmart","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_7129-markdown","title":"I am on dialysis and was wondering if medical marijuana would be ok for some of the pains I go thru","slug":"i-am-on-dialysis-and-was-wondering-if-medical-marijuana-would-be-ok-for-some-of-the-pains-i-go-thru","content":"\n_____________________\nI have spoken with patients undergoing frequent dialysis who found relief using medical cannabis. To my knowledge there are no contra-indications to using cannabis while undergoing dialysis. Cannabis is a very safe herb with almost no overdose or toxic potential, and it does not harm the liver, kidneys or other bodily organs like many prescription drug do. Start with a small dose, observe for effects and increase the dose as needed to achieve desired results.\n\nandrewvanmd","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_7108-markdown","title":"I am new to this, what is the best way to take medical marijuana for a sleep aid?","slug":"i-am-new-to-this-what-is-the-best-way-to-take-medical-marijuana-for-a-sleep-aid","content":"\n_____________________\nCannabis is the best sleep aide \"not on the market\". It is safe, effective and affordable. It is a very diverse plant and can have different effects based on the genetics of the plant, where it is grown, how it is grown and how is it utilized. Indica and sativa are the two ends of a wide spectrum with hybrids in-between. Indica can put one \"in da couch\", and aides with sleep, relaxation and pain. Sativa is often more uplifting and energizing, helping with appetite, depression. Utilizing cannabis by inhalation (smoking, vaping, dabbing) is the most rapid method, while sublingual and oral administration take longer to \"kick it\" and last a bit longer. Edibles and suppositories have the longest duration of effects and often take a few hours to reach peak effects. Start with a small dose and increase as needed.\n\nandrewvanmd\n_____________________\nEveryone is different, so it really depends on what works best for you and may come down to a bit of trial and error. The one thing you'll want to keep in mind no matter what method you choose is going with Indica strains over Sativa strains. Indica strains relax the mind and body while sativa strains stimulate the body and mind. Beyond that, the method you decided to use will come down to what's best for you. You can go the conventional route of smoking, but you can also vape, use edibles, tinctures, pills, etc. \n\ngreendoorwest","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_7091-markdown","title":"RECOMMENDATION FOR TINCTURE AND TOPICAL ","slug":"recommendation-for-tincture-and-topical","content":"\"I've been taking medical marijuana for one year, i.e. Tincture and Topical. I suffer from peripheral neuropathy in my feet, spinal stenosis and sciatica.  Can you recommend a topical and also a tincture.  I do not want to feel high. Thank you.  \n\nLaura\"\n_____________________\nI would definitely recommend you give Sweet Releaf Extra Strength a try. We have direct patient feedback on it helping for all three, but of course how it will work for you depends on how bad your pain is on any of these three conditions. Neuropathy in the feet responds very well if applied at least once a day for a few weeks. We have one 94 year old patient who used it this way and was not only able to walk again after regularly needing a wheelchair. With continued daily application for several more weeks, he felt well enough to dance again!  A patient with spinal stenosis found that it helped ease her pain for hours at a time which is a relief when you are in constant pain, but she had to apply it twice daily or whenever the pain returned. I have heard patients say it eased sciatica, but again it really depends on how intense your sciatica is. Definitely worth a try. You may be surprised. The 94 yr old patient mentioned was surprised to find that it also cured his toenail fungus!\n\ndidi","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_7089-markdown","title":"can I get this without a Medical Card?","slug":"can-i-get-this-without-a-medical-card","content":"\n_____________________\nUnfortunately, no. At this moment California still requires a medical card to purchase cannabis products. In 2018, the newly voted regulations will be voted in and adults will be able to purchase without a card.\n\nLucky for you, HelloMD is the easiest and most affordable way to get one!\n\nella","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_7078-markdown","title":"Unsure about CBD dosages and how to gauge what effect it's having. Any advice?","slug":"unsure-about-cbd-dosages-and-how-to-gauge-what-effect-its-having-any-advice","content":"\"I have a prescription for medical marijuana, partially for anxiety and partially for permanent nerve damage from a car accident. I can only use CBD as THC makes my anxiety worse. However I notice my memory seems to be more impaired at times and my levels of motivation...\"\n_____________________\nCbd's should not affect ur memory. Its non psychoactive.    Try the pen.   Always organic seems to work the best for my nerve pain.  I was extremly against smoking and my boyfriend finally talked me into trying the pen.  Now i have 2 and they are always with me.   Wow. I couldnt believe how well the pen works.  Just a few puffs and i can feel the pain going away then i can go about my activities.  It doesnt affect my head at all.   I also use cbd capsules.  U can get them with no thc in them.    The pen for immediate relief and the capsules to help u stay pain free for longer.\n\nsraelane\n_____________________\nDoses will vary a lot based on the individual and the type of CBD medication you are trying to use. I want to follow up and ask what are you taking before I try and help suggest what to do. It will be helpful to know if you are trying tinctures, or flowers, or pills etc. and what ratios they are. My answer will depend heavily on what medicines you have tried that have left you feeling this way.\n\nI will also say that anxiety is a very motivating emotion that causes people to act on a situation. As your anxiety drops with the CBD, you may feel less on edge and have a less of a drive to immediately react to situations as a result of adjusting to your reduced levels of anxiety.\n\nryan","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_7069-markdown","title":"I go to a pain clinic who does NOT prescribe medical marjiuana but here's the problem","slug":"i-go-to-a-pain-clinic-who-does-not-prescribe-medical-marjiuana-but-heres-the-problem","content":"\"3 of my other doctors mentioned great results with cannibis cream. I have chronic pain plus other issues. The pain center told me that cream could NOT contain THC. Is cannibis the same? They want me to bring them more data and info and ingredients next time i go in 3 weeks. I live in Newton, MA Who in my area prescribe the cream & where would I get it filled??PLEASE HELP\"\n_____________________\nI would start here..\nhttp://www.compassionforpatients.com/patients\nTalk with a doctor who knows about cannabis and give it a try. You may want to find a different pain clinic, if they are not supportive of using cannabis to treat chronic pain.\n\nandrewvanmd","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_7053-markdown","title":"Out of State Consultation","slug":"out-of-state-consultation","content":"\"I do not live in a medical marijuana state but would still like to discuss the subject with a physician. Can I pay for a consultation without any drugs being prescribed ?\"\n_____________________\nUnfortunately Telehealth laws do not permit the practice of medicine across state lines (with or without a prescription). So until we launch in your state, you cannot connect with a doctor from outside of California.\n\nmark","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_7027-markdown","title":"Are Edibles containing THC causing any side effects that could be harmful?","slug":"are-edibles-containing-thc-causing-any-side-effects-that-could-be-harmful","content":"\"taking a look at THC edibles such as brownies, etc. I know how the thc is processed, i understand everything about the technicalities of processing THC and the effects it will cause. But at the end of the day, is eating an edible any more dangerous than smoking a cigar? or eating too much sugar as a diabetic? Why is there such a war on THC? Smoking, sure, anything inhaled into the lungs like tobacco, cannabis, paper, anything is harmful. But, edibles? What could be an actual causation from indulging one? Liver cancer?? anything? I understand medical marijuana helps those who are prescribed, but I'm asking for a family friend who uses recreationally.\"\n_____________________\nHello there!  I think we have to start off with the nature of your question:  are you asking can there be any adverse effects from THC if it's taken in a non-inhalation form?  The short answer is:  yes (but this can possibly be true of ANY cannabinoid, though CBD is documented to have less \"psychoactivity\".  There is no \"war\" on THC;  THC can indeed be useful as you've pointed out but there are deleterious side effects.  If THC levels are too high in the blood, there are police and ER reports of said effects (i.e. paranoia, excessively high heart rate, etc).  However, you can let you're friend know that there are plenty of MD's who think that THC ratios, in modest amounts of edibles/ tinctures/ vape-pens can be helpful. I personally have seen in  help people sleep, help appetite, help improve symptom mgmt for neuropathic / nerve damage pain.  However, given the nature of your friend's question, I think it would be wise to let them know that they are missing out if they just stick to THC;  there seems to be evidence on the receptor level that having combo's of different cannabinoids together (they study I looked at looked at THC and CBD together) is actually better than just using one or another cannabinoid.  I hope this answers your question;  send your friend over if they have further questions!\n\ndrpark","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_7023-markdown","title":"Am I eligible for medical marijuana in the state of New York?","slug":"am-i-eligible-for-medical-marijuana-in-the-state-of-new-york","content":"\"I'm an 18 year living with Crohn's disease in upstate New York. If the answer is yes, some direction with how to proceed would be great. Eli\"\n_____________________\nYes inflammatory bowel disease is one of the conditions that is included in the NY state medical cannabis program. \nYou might want to start here...\nhttps://www.health.ny.gov/regulations/medical_marijuana/patients/\n\nandrewvanmd","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_7015-markdown","title":"prop 64 and new med card","slug":"prop-64-and-new-med-card","content":"\"From cali here, and the state just passed prop 64, am i gonna get sent an updated card or do i have to reapply?\"\n_____________________\nIf you are talking about your medical card, it is still good. If you are referring to your state card, you should talk to your county health department, but I'm assuming that it is still good.\n\ndneice","image":null}}]}},"pageContext":{"limit":12,"skip":348,"numPages":41,"currentPage":30,"id":5495,"name":"Medicinal Cannabis","slug":"medicinal-cannabis","country":"US"}},"staticQueryHashes":["3949754563","4179947113","4202924991"]}