{"componentChunkName":"component---common-build-question-tags-template-js","path":"/question-tag/smoke/13","result":{"data":{"allQuestion":{"edges":[{"node":{"id":"Question_10901-markdown","title":"Can I ingest hemp oil in some way that is efficient vs. smoking? (Lung Cancer)","slug":"can-i-ingest-hemp-oil-in-some-way-that-is-efficient-vs-smoking-lung-cancer","content":"\n_____________________\nTinctures are a very effective administration route that avoids inhalation. Absorption begins in the mucous membranes and continues in the digestive system. The onset of effects is about ten minutes and can last for several hours. \nVaporizing is also a preffered method, but caution should be exercised, as the quality of oils and concentrates is variable, and can contain high levels of solvent and other unwanted chemicals.\n\nandrewvanmd","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10892-markdown","title":"How long does it take THC to leave your body?","slug":"how-long-does-it-take-thc-to-leave-your-body","content":"\"I am a recent college graduate and am about to start my new job on the 20th. I have not smoked for a few weeks, but want to ensure that I can pass a drug test in time.\"\n_____________________\nThere are many variables that determine when THC leaves your body: for Marijuana for a Single Use, it can be out of the saliva  in 24 hours and blood 6 to 24 hours .  In a regular user, it can be much longer: up to 24hours in saliva and 7 days in blood tests.\nFor urine testing, it is too difficult to speculate in general, and depends on a person's body fat, etc.\n\ndrraisen","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10884-markdown","title":"Is fibromyalgia related to a deficiency in cannabinoids within our body. Will marijuana help?","slug":"is-fibromyalgia-related-to-a-deficiency-in-cannabinoids-within-our-body-will-marijuana-help","content":"\"I've read that fibromyalgia stems from a lack of cannabinoids. If this is true will smoking or taking marijuana help replenish cannabinoids and stop the pain I feel from fibromyalgia?\"\n_____________________\nThe CBD oil has anti-inflammatory properties and may help pain. Taking it regularly over a number of months may help\nAlso checking all the thyroid function tests and treating sub-optimal thyroid function can help fibromyalgia.\n\ndrraisen","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10877-markdown","title":"Smoking marijuana helps with my anxiety but I can only smoke indica. What should I do? ","slug":"smoking-marijuana-helps-with-my-anxiety-but-i-can-only-smoke-indica-what-should-i-do","content":"\"I have a lot of social anxiety and smoking helps me a lot and puts me at ease. My problem is that sativa strains seem to elevate my anxiety. If I smoke indica strains it helps ease anxiety  but also makes me sleepy. I've tried hybrids with little success. I'd like to find a strain that eases anxiety but also keeps me awake. I'm not sure what to try! Please help.\"\n_____________________\nTry looking into hybrid that are like 70% indica and the rest sativa. I assume ur problem is not being able to function in the day time with sativas. U can also try Am Pm pills if they are available near you.  Also need to take time to really figure out your doseage try 1-2 hits for an hour or so and u might find its just enogh to take away your anxiety\n\npriscellasmokes","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10864-markdown","title":"How long should I wait to smoke after getting my upper wisdom teeth removed?","slug":"how-long-should-i-wait-to-smoke-after-getting-my-upper-wisdom-teeth-removed","content":"**Do you know how long I should wait, or what would be the best way for me to smoke without getting dry sockets? I'm only slightly swollen today and off painkillers. Also, if I smoke before the operation to calm my nerves, will it affect the anesthesia?**\n\nThomas D.\n_____________________\n\nI know from experience that wisdom teeth removal can be a painful experience! Great care must be taken with oral hygiene to aide the healing process and to avoid the \"dry sockets\" you mentioned. Be careful with alcohol based tinctures (they can be irritating), and with anything you put into your mouth during the healing process. The \"cotton-mouth\" that many people experience with cannabis may also have some detrimental effects, so be sure to maintain an adequate moisture level in your mouth. I might suggest using a vaporizer (with pursed lips you should be able to avoid excessive vapor coming into contact with the healing tissue), or an infused honey, or easily ingested liquid/drink. Although not yet a reality, cannabis may soon be administered as a vapor through a nasal canula.\n\nAndrew Vanmd\n\n![Screen Shot 2021-10-22 at 10.42.30 AM.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_10_22_at_10_42_30_AM_320fe48038.png)\n\n_____________________\n\nMy husband just had 1 of his wisdom teeth pulled and he used 1/4 (12.5mg) of the Trokie CBD 50mg lozenge, once or twice a day. He placed a 1/4 of the lozenge between his upper gums and cheek (called buccal absorption) where the tooth was pulled. Not only did the pain melt away in about 30 minutes, but the CBD also has a natural numbing effect. The buccal absorption allows for most of the medicine to get absorbed right into the blood stream, missing the first pass metabolism of the Liver, so you end up getting more of the active ingredient CBD.\n\nDorea\n_____________________\n\nI think it would help you greatly but to stop pain and calm your fear. You should start ahead of time if possible but if not possible use a vape pen of AC/DC, Harlequin or Cannatonic. \nWhy do we have pain, anxiety and fear? Because we imagine the worst, so stop that.\nLet your wisdom teeth go, don't fight to hold them in, imagine that your teeth are sitting in soft butter and they slide right out. If you think a little buzz will help you be sure to have someone drive you to and from the dental office and use a CBD: THC @ 2:1 OR 1:1. You might be on larger doses of CBD at bedtime just stop all the inflammation and support your immune system and calm your fears. Don't imagine the worst, Imagine that you made it through in five minutes and everything went perfect and easy and I likely will happen that way.\nDo not mentally resist the procedure but if you realize that you are resisting maybe you shouldn't have it done. Any time we resist what our body is trying to communicate to us we will experience more anxiety, which leads to fear, which translates to pain. Have that talk with yourself, do you really want to have this done? If is yes, be happy you're having it done and let it occur easily. You have much more control than you know but do not do high doses of THC like Sativa because you can flip yourself out with anxiety on Sativa or hi THC. Stick with CBD since it will help stop pain, inflammation & anxiety.\n\nDr Olson\n_____________________\n\nThe general rules is to wait at least five days after your procedure. Patients undergoing oral surgery are advised to avoid smoking (whether of cigarettes or cannabis) because the sucking action can dislodge the blood clot that forms over the surgery site and lead to dry socket. Dry socket is an infection that can occur in the empty tooth socket, leaving the the nerve and bone exposed to air, food, and bacteria in your mouth. It is extremely painful (I experienced it firsthand and can attest to this!) and typically involves an emergency trip to your oral surgeon to have the site flushed, and then a course of antibiotics, and prescription pain killers as needed. Smoking also decreases blood flow to the gums, which slows the healing process. \n\nFinally, the dry mouth you experience when smoking cannabis is something that negatively impacts your gum health. A recent study in New Zealand examined habitual cannabis smokers over a 20 year period and found that the one risk of this behavior was an increased rate of gum disease, regardless of hygiene, and other socio-demographic factors. Researchers believe that one reason for this is the lack of saliva to flush out bacteria from the gum tissues. When you do resume smoking cannabis after your post-surgical hiatus, make sure you are drinking lots of fluids to compensate for decreased saliva production.\n\nAshleigh\n_____________________\n\nHi! \nI recently had my upper wisdom teeth removed and I was very honest with my dentist regarding my cannabis consumption.\n\nHe informed me that healing time varies by each patient, but typically you want to avoid smoking (cannabis or tobacco) from 7-14 days to prevent bacteria or opening of the wounds. It is also important to keep your mouth moisturized to prevent dry sockets, so avoid smoking to prevent \"cotton mouth\"!\n\nMy dentist also informed me that alternatives to smoking cannabis - edibles, patches, and tinctures -  should not impact the healing process. Transdermal patches can be used for pain relief and are not consumed orally. Tinctures can be easily ingested by placing a few drops under your tongue. Personally, to tame my wisdom teeth pain, I found relief with drinkable edibles! Smoking is my preferred method of marijuana consumption, but to avoid issues with my extraction, I would enjoy cannabis-infused lemonade in the day, and cannabis tea in the evening to help me sleep. If you decide to use edibles, you'll want to avoid anything hard or sticky, as chewing will be difficult for the first week or so. That said, if you decide to use an edible or tincture after wisdom teeth removal, make sure you remember to rinse your mouth with warm water and salt to prevent an infection.\n\nAs for consuming cannabis PRIOR to your wisdom teeth surgery, please avoid smoking as increased production of stupum could occur making your surgery more difficult.\n\nHope this information helps!\n\nVeronica B \n_____________________\n\nHello,\n\nThis is a very good question!  Due to the seriousness of the situation, it is best to be cautious when combining any cannabinoid with local anesthesia.  Definitely consult a doctor!\nThere are a few articles online that talk about cannabis building a tolerance to anesthesia for a patient, not something you want happening during surgery.\nWhile established practices for cannabis and general anesthesia are not in place yet, other people have asked similar questions.  Take a look [here](https://www.hellomd.com/answers/5b24ac5caa9aa50007108960/can-i-use-cbd-before-surgery-where-anesthesia-will-be-administered)\n\nAtkanesh\n---------------------------\n- I know from experience that wisdom teeth removal can be a painful experience! Great care must be taken with oral hygiene to aid the healing process and to avoid the “dry sockets” you mentioned. [Dry socket](https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/dry-socket/symptoms-causes/syc-20354376) is a painful dental condition that sometimes happens  when a tooth, including a wisdom tooth, is extracted. It occurs when the blood clot at the site of the tooth extraction fails to develop properly, or is dislodged before the wound is healed.\n\nAfter a wisdom tooth extraction, you might be tempted to reach for some cannabis to smoke to relieve the pain. But generally dentists recommend you don’t smoke tobacco or cannabis right after surgery, waiting a [minimum of 72 hours](https://www.functionalaestheticdentistry.com/can-i-smoke-or-drink-after-a-tooth-extraction/) before partaking.\n\nOne dentistry site recommends waiting as long as possible before smoking because it can “have a direct negative effect on the healing process after an invasive tooth extraction. It can even slow down healing by pushing you back to the beginning of the healing cycle.”\n\nThe general rule is to wait at least five days after your procedure. Patients undergoing oral surgery are advised to avoid smoking (whether of cigarettes or cannabis) because the sucking action can dislodge the blood clot that forms over the surgery site and lead to dry socket.\n\nAlso be careful with [alcohol-based tinctures](https://hellomd.com/articles/cannabis-tinctures-from-glycerin-to-mct-oil-which-is-best) (they can be irritating), and with anything you put into your mouth during the healing process. \n\nEven so, some cannabis oils could play a role in the healing process, reducing pain and inflammation.\n\nInflammation is just your body’s immunity defense, protecting it against harmful stimuli and enabling the healing process to begin. Both cannabidiol (CBD) and the terpene beta-caryophyllene may play a [role in reducing inflammation](https://hellomd.com/articles/medical-marijuana-as-an-aid-against-inflammation), whether it is a short-term condition, like a wisdom tooth extraction, or a recurring, chronic condition. \n\nThe \"cotton mouth\" that many people experience with cannabis may also have some detrimental effects, so be sure to maintain an adequate moisture level in your mouth. I might suggest using a vaporizer (with pursed lips you should be able to avoid excessive vapor coming into contact with the healing tissue), or an infused honey, or easily ingested liquid/drink.\n\nAs far as smoking before getting anesthesia to calm your nerves, I’m glad it worked out for you. But generally speaking, you should care before mixing marijuana and anesthetic. You should definitely consult a doctor! There are a few articles online that talk about [cannabis building a tolerance to anesthesia](https://www.nbcnews.com/health/health-news/if-you-smoke-pot-your-anesthesiologist-needs-know-n1038191) for a patient, not something you want happening during surgery. \n\nIn fact, in one tiny study of Colorado patients researchers found that marijuana users required more than three times  the amount of one common sedation medicine, propofol, as did nonusers.\n\nEstablished practices for cannabis and general anesthesia are not in place yet, so lots of other people have asked similar questions. So proceed with care.\n\nDonalHMD\n","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/jpeg;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.5625,"src":"/static/c01d554b68b7320942755711ae71f137/26313/cb66f891d541cf70048f0dd547bfd6f6.jpg","srcSet":"/static/c01d554b68b7320942755711ae71f137/f836f/cb66f891d541cf70048f0dd547bfd6f6.jpg 200w,\n/static/c01d554b68b7320942755711ae71f137/2244e/cb66f891d541cf70048f0dd547bfd6f6.jpg 400w,\n/static/c01d554b68b7320942755711ae71f137/26313/cb66f891d541cf70048f0dd547bfd6f6.jpg 516w","srcWebp":"/static/c01d554b68b7320942755711ae71f137/3a541/cb66f891d541cf70048f0dd547bfd6f6.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/c01d554b68b7320942755711ae71f137/61e93/cb66f891d541cf70048f0dd547bfd6f6.webp 200w,\n/static/c01d554b68b7320942755711ae71f137/1f5c5/cb66f891d541cf70048f0dd547bfd6f6.webp 400w,\n/static/c01d554b68b7320942755711ae71f137/3a541/cb66f891d541cf70048f0dd547bfd6f6.webp 516w","sizes":"(max-width: 516px) 100vw, 516px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10857-markdown","title":"What are the terpenes like in Canna-Tsu and what effect do they create?","slug":"what-are-the-terpenes-like-in-canna-tsu-and-what-effect-do-they-create","content":"\"I've never smoked a high CBD strain.\"\n_____________________\nTerpenes are fragrant essential oils that vary in concentration from plant to plant as well as different strains. Looking at a recent lab test by Analytical 360, shows a  sample of Canna- Tsu with a terpene  profile to be significantly high in Linalool - coming in at 3.90 % , compared to the other terpenes like Caryophyllene at .62%. ( lab tests show that not all samples test this high in linalool)\nhttp://analytical360.com/m/archived/159894\n\nLinalool is also found in lavender and coriander and while the effects are considered multiple,it is one of the substances used to reduce stress. Some of the effects include, but are not limited to: Anti-anxiety, Antidepressant, Sedative,Anti-inflammatory, Anti-Epileptic.\n\nakasha","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10856-markdown","title":"What medical conditions are best treated with Sour Diesel? Is this a good choice for chronic pain?","slug":"what-medical-conditions-are-best-treated-with-sour-diesel-is-this-a-good-choice-for-chronic-pain","content":"\"I've been smoking a high CBD strain, Harlequin, but want to try a higher THC strain now. Is Sour Diesel a good choice for chronic pain and insomnia?\"\n_____________________\nStress, pain, and depression fade away in long-lasting relief that makes Sour Diesel a top choice among medical patients. This strain took root in the early 90's with cannabis breeder Chem Dog, and it is believed to have descended from Chemdawg, Northern Lights, and a Skunk phenotype.\r\n\r\nSour Diesel is often used for chronic pain and nausea but is praised for its help with anxiety and stress due to its paranoid-free effect!\r\n\n\npetergdw\n_____________________\nSour Diesel is one of the most popular strains in Ca. It is a Sativa and has a high average of THC so it would be a good choice for daytime pain management.\nit is energizing, used for stress, pain and depression. also a good choice for someone with social anxiety.\n\nakasha\n_____________________\nPeople often use Sour Diesel as a daytime strain and smokers report it to be an energizing and \"cerebral\" high with very little body effects. It is a predominately Sativa strain, and therefore affects your mind without the physical drag. It is very popular as a creativity booster or a good strain to use when you want to focus on a task or go out and explore the world with a little boost. \n\nPeople report it helping with depression, lethargy, anxiety, and busy mind. I've heard it helping with pain only in that it can distract you from the pain. For insomnia I would likely recommend a strain heavier in indica that will knock you out.\n\nandrea13","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10849-markdown","title":"Will this help me fall asleep at night?","slug":"will-this-help-me-fall-asleep-at-night","content":"\"I have insomnia and anxiety, which make it hard for me to fall asleep at night.  I have been using sleeping pills but they dont seem to work as well as they used to...  I really dont want to smoke, and am very curious if the Chamomile in this would help like a cup of tea does. Can this evoxe help me to fall asleep faster?\"\n_____________________\nIn recent years, scientists have become increasingly aware of the endocannabinoid system’s role in regulating sleep. In addition to maintaining a regular sleep pattern, the system, which is responsible for the effects of marijuana, has been identified as a potential target for the treatment of insomnia. Studies show that endocannabinoids increase sleepiness and that insomnia may even be caused by a dysfunctional endocannabinoid system.\n\nA study was published in 1973 by researchers in the United States and involved 9 test subjects that were given varying doses of THC – 10, 20 and 30mg – once a week for 6 weeks. Each dose reduced the time it took to fall asleep (sleep latency), with the most effective dose being 20 mg. 20 mg of THC was found to reduce the average time it took patients to fall asleep by more than an hour.\n\nThe study also showed that THC could decrease the number of sleep interruptions that insomniacs experience, but only during the early part of the night. THC also seemed to increase the amount of time that patients spent sleeping – higher doses of THC were correlated with longer periods of sleep.\n\nInterestingly, cannabidiol (CBD) may also offer benefits to patients with insomnia, but without the psychoactive effects that THC is known for. A study published in 1981 involving 15 insomnia patients showed that 160mg doses of CBD led to an increase in the amount of time spent sleeping compared to placebo. The patients that received CBD also experienced less dream recall, suggesting that CBD might also affect REM sleep in the same way as THC.\n\ndrpinto\n_____________________\nWe've had many patients tell us that Deep helps them sleep thanks to the combination of Chamomile, Lavender and Orange, all natural sedatives.  Here's a note we just received on this very topic:\n\n\"I have not slept more than 3.5 hours each night for the last 2 1/2 years.. No sleeping drugs or remedies have helped me at all.. I had also never smoked marijuana of any kind in my entire life previous to trying Evoxe pens. But then after I couldn’t handle the lack of sleep exhaustion anymore, I decided to try the blue Evoxe Deep Indica pen. I slept for 14 hours straight, and have been using it to fall asleep every night since! I was shocked at how it worked so well and easily for me, I absolutely love the Evoxe pen!\"\n\nPlease let us know if it works for you!\n\nmichaelkatz","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10840-markdown","title":"Best products for back pain and insomnia without the high?","slug":"best-products-for-back-pain-and-insomnia-without-the-high","content":"\"I'm completely new to this so I need help in finding something that will work for me. I have chronic back pain, insomnia and anxiety. I would love something that could help me more with the back pain and the insomnia...but without the high. I don't want to smoke it either, so I'm thinking a tincture, a cream or a vape, but i have no idea what to ask for. I used my medical card for the first time last weekend, and bought two vapes. One was 110mg of CBD and the other was 250mg of CBD. I was told to use the lower dose during the day and the higher one at night. But sadly, neither one has affected me at all. I have a very high tolerance to medicine in general. Could this be why? Energy drinks and caffeine don't touch me either. The reason I'm coming here for help is because I'm so new to this and did not realize that this was so expensive. The next time I go in to purchase something I'd like to have a better idea of what I need.\"\n_____________________\nI would use a high CBD tincture like 18:1 Care by Design plus a topical balm if needed. You can go slow with the topical balm and see how you feel after the tincture.\n\njrec\n_____________________\nThe high concentrate CBD oil, smoked in a vape pen, may help both the pain and insomnia, if taken nightly. \nThe back pain relief may be augmented (helped more) with a topical product of medical marijuana.\nDispensaries may offer samples of the topicals to experience which works best for you.\n\ndrraisen\n_____________________\nCBD alone for back pain might work but it might not. You may want to review our Educational blurb on the entourage affectBecause when you do CBD and it has a low dose of THC, you will not be high but the THC supports the effectiveness of the CBD so book doing CBD alone you will miss that extra support. The topical cannabis salve that is CBD dominant works well to block muscle spasms and pain especially in your back and it will not make you high because it does not go systemic so I would question why you wouldn't want any THC in your salve If it makes it more effective. You do need a recommendation for the CBD with the THC.\nYou can also purchase a vapor pen with high CBD and very low THC ratio that will not make you high but it will help you get out of pain. If you are sensitive to the THC then keep the THC level very low. You may also try THCA, or juicing green buds.\nIt is nice to live life pain-free. Often the missed connection between back pain and freedom from back pain is a deficiency of vitamin D. Ideally your blood level of vitamin D3 should be above 55 ng/ML for optimal pain relief. If you are brown skinned, over 50 years old, take proton pump inhibitors or have any gastric absorption problems, You are likely vitamin D3 deficient and your doctor should measure your levels and You should consider supplementing rather than ruining your skin trying to get enough vitamin D from the sun.\n\ndrolson\n_____________________\nHonestly what people have been saying about the entourage effect with cannabis is true.  Cannabinoids in themselves heightens the effectiveness of other medicines.  But to truly answer this question one has to know a bit about the sources of your pain, insomnia and anxiety, as these are dual symptoms that could come from physical accidents or mental depression.  The cure will be found in targeting the cause of the discomfort.  Generally with these symptoms a combination of talk therapy and medicine is most effective.  I would recommend a medicinal bar that I have actually created, it will give you a light buzz but as long as you stay in the recommended dose it will not get you very high.  Less than a Xanax or Wellbutrin.  Remember that cannabinoids increase the effectiveness of the mind's ability to make use of other medicine, so sometimes the best way to use cannabis compounds is to take them with a significantly lower dose of whatever else you used to take for this problem before.  I can assume you were medicating the pain before you moved to cannabis?  In case you don't find my product, the active ingredients are full indica flower and ashwagandha root. it is further supplemented with Gingko Bilbao, ginseng (and others in my energy bar) or in my anxiety bar there is also Kava.  These combinations I have found work the very best for pain, insomnia and anxiety.  My bar is called the e420 bar and my company is Whole Soul Holistic.\n\ne420bar\n_____________________\nEveryone's situation and CBD preferences are different. \n\nSince you prefer vaping, you might wish to try something stronger, Respira offers a 600mg option in a really popular grape-mint flavor: https://elixinol.com/product/cbd-vape-oil-600mg-respira-grape-mint/\n\nIf you're still not getting the results you want after you try it, feel free to reach to Dr. Philip Blair through our website, he can work with you to make serving size recommendations specific to your situation.\n\nelixinol\n_____________________\nIf cost is an issue, might I offer a very easy recipe for an infused oil/ topical with cannabis?  It should be much cheaper than purchasing one and in my experience, pt's who make their own topicals seem to get more pain relief (perhaps love is the secret ingredient?).  This recipe is very easy and all it requires is a slow cooker/ crock pot,  1 cup coconut oil (you can buy in bulk @ Costco),  15-17 grams of plant material (shake, flowers).  You combine all three for 6-8 hrs at 250 degrees. Apply to the back, combine w/ use of heat pack.  Don't forget to do myofascial release daily (I teach pts to do self massage using tennis/ racquet balls against a wall to provide pressure to localized myofascial points.  Don't forget to ask health insurance if they cover basic PT sessions or provide accupuncture sessions like Kaiser and other plans.  I hope this helps out!\n\ndrpark","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10826-markdown","title":"I have a lot of chronic pain and have had multiple back surgeries. Is OG Kush a good strain for me? ","slug":"i-have-a-lot-of-chronic-pain-and-have-had-multiple-back-surgeries-is-og-kush-a-good-strain-for-me","content":"\"I am not new to smoking but used to grow my own. I’m trying to find the right bud for my pain now and would like some input on this strain. \"\n_____________________\nIt is difficult to recommend specific strains as each person has a very individual reaction to each strain. Additionally, if you used concentrates or edibles of a specific strain the reaction may be different as well. \n\nOG Kush is a very popular strain that grows well in Southern California. It is considered a Hybrid, but its exact genetics are poorly described. Current lab profiles show a high THC content between 20-25% and a very low CBD content (less than 1%). It has several terpenes that exceed the CBD content and are pain relieving  (Linalool and Myrcene). Myrcene also sedates and reliefs muscle spasms.\n\nIt would be a reasonable choice for back pain relief. Note the concentration of THC and start with lower doses if you are new to cannabis.\n\ndrgerhart\n_____________________\nOG Kush is a high THC strain known to produce strong euphoric feelings. People report that the high comes on quickly and in a strong way. Some say it's like a burst of energy, other say it's like a wave calm. It's a predominantly indica strain, which should give you more of a body high and therefore should ease physical pain. However, it's likely best for night time or any time that you don't have much to do as many report it being a strong strain that makes them want to relax after smoking. It may also alleviate physical pain while you're falling asleep and help produce a restful slumber.\n\nandrea13\n_____________________\nMy approach to treating a condition such as yours is to separate out the acute pain your feel vs. the chronic condition (inflammation, chronic pain, and whatever direct issues triggered the surgeries). \n\nSmoking or vaping is good for immediate (acute) pain relief. The bio-availability is approx. 4-6 hours and you will hopefully feel some relief. You are getting about 3-5 mg. of THC via the mode of administration.  In my experience, you also should be on a tincture ( If you are smoking a lot then make it a high CBD) or edible product as well. The bio availability is longer and can work overtime and you are also consuming other cannabinoids (Delta 11 THC and, as mentioned, CBD). The edible, because it lasts longer, will also help you sleep better, allowing you to heal (I'm assuming your sleep is also disrupted because of the pain. \n\nTopicals can also work when applied directly to the injured area and don't have a psycho active effect. \n\nAlso, remember that a number of the effects of, say, OG Kush, come from the terpenes that are present (OG Kush has a high myrcene level, for example) in the bud. Best of luck and let us know if this information helps.\n\ndneice\n_____________________\nOG Kush is a great strain and there are some great answers here. I do not have much to add, but your back pain could also be helped by introducing a CBD strain, like ACDC, into the mix. A lot of back pain can be caused by inflammation, which will be helped by the CBD in the ACDC. I know a lot of users feel they need to inhale/ingest their cannabis, but do not discount topicals for your back!\n\nryan","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10823-markdown","title":"Can smoking marijuana help with phantom limb or is there a better way to take it?","slug":"can-smoking-marijuana-help-with-phantom-limb-or-is-there-a-better-way-to-take-it","content":"\"I'm a a leg amputee suffering from phantom limb. I'd like to know how to take marijuana so that the discomfort will go away.\"\n_____________________\nPhantom limb pain is a complex syndrome described as burning, aching, or electric in quality. It is a diagnosis of exclusion, and should only be made after ruling out other causes of stump pain such as infection, ischemia, wounds, and neuroma. \n\nMedical marijuana may be effective in managing neurogenic pain associated with phantom limb syndrome. Any route of administration may be helpful, including vaporizing, oral/ingestible delivery, and topical application. Vaporizing is fast acting for a shorter duration (1-2 hours) whereas oral/ingestible medications have a longer period of time before onset (up to to 2 hours) and have a longer duration of action (up to 8 hours). I would suggest using the method that is most comfortable and convenient for you based on these factors. \n\nIn general, I discourage smoking marijuana, because cannabis smoke contains carbon monoxide, tar, carcinogens, butane (if a lighter is used), and other chemicals which may be harmful for your health.\n\ndredmunds\n_____________________\nI lost my foot to a careless driver 3 years ago. I found cannabis to be an effective method of pain relief and relaxation for sleep. I have not and do not expect to smoke it, but I do grind and vaporize it. It's generally regarded as safer and healthier while still providing the intended results. Great success to you.\n\ncprsquared","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10813-markdown","title":"How many milligrams of THC are in a typical joint?","slug":"how-many-milligrams-of-thc-are-in-a-typical-joint","content":"**I usually smoke joints and I am fine with that. But if I were to start taking edibles instead, what would be a similar dose?**\n\nMallory\n_____________________\nThe thing to remember is that THC content can vary a lot between strains. Even with edibles many people are unclear about how much THC they are actually consuming. And the psychoactive or “high” depends as much or more on the [heat from vaping or burning](https://www.latimes.com/projects/la-me-weed-101-thc-calculator/) for activating the effects of the compounds than just what’s in the raw cannabis.\n\n![Screen Shot 2021-10-18 at 3.00.36 PM.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_10_18_at_3_00_36_PM_3ddaf252ce.png)\nJetty Extracts  prerolls pack a punch!\n\nComparing the amounts of THC in a joint v\nersus an edible is like comparing apples to oranges (or gummies to smoke), because the body metabolizes it in different ways. When smoking a joint, the THC enters the bloodstream quickly after being inhaled in the lungs, so its effects hit faster and die sooner. \n\nWith edibles, the cannabis is sent through the digestive system and metabolized by the liver. So onset of effects can be longer — 30 minutes to two hours typically — and the effects can also last longer than smoking or vaping.  During this process, the liver changes the THC into 11-hydroxy-THC, which can cause a more intense high than THC consumed by smoking.\n\nEdibles can also be more [unpredictable when it comes to dosing](https://hellomd.com/articles/marijuana-edibles-vs-flowers). Ingestion usually delivers only between 10 and 20% of the THC in the product, while smoking delivers a more potent dosage, usually between 50 and 60% of the THC in the flower. Also ingredient labels can sometimes underreport the amount of THC in the edible.\n\nWith an edible, 5mg for me is enough to make me feel stoned and want to go to sleep. For others, this low dosage may not be felt at all. Other people may be able to consume up to 100mg of THC per day and still function. It really depends on your system.\n\nIn terms of smoking, again this is variable. I am unable to smoke typical strains of THC which may be at 18% THC whereas my partner can smoke a whole joint and be functional. So you may have to be careful around [high-THC strains]( https://hellomd.com/articles/top-8-most-potent-high-thc-marijuana-strains). \n\nThe best way to determine what is right for you is to always go low and slow. Start at a bare minimum dosage and wait to feel the effect. Then go from there.\n\nI hope this helps!\n\nPaula T.\n\n-------------\n\n\nIf you roll your own, you can calculate the quantity of THC based on the amount of cannabis you are putting in the joint and the concentration of THC known to be in the strain you are using.\n\nIf you are referring to the average dispensary pre-roll, you are talking about 750mg - 1g of cannabis per joint. The average THC concentration in today's strains is around 12%, which is about 3-4 times as potent as strains a couple decades ago. Using these numbers, this means that your typical pre-roll will have approximately 100mg of THC. Some strains have a THC concentration upwards of 25%.\n\nThe bottom line is, a lot! Caution is advised, and many patients will use one joint over several days for this reason.\n\nIn general, I discourage smoking, because marijuana smoke contains carbon monoxide, tar, carcinogens and other chemicals which may be toxic and damaging to body tissues. Vaporizing shredded flower or CO2-extracted oil concentrates are considered safe alternatives, as we are not aware of any damaging substances in marijuana itself. Vaporizers control the temperature of your medicine such that it only turns into vapor, akin to water turning into steam; and they do not burn the cannabis. Therefore, no smoke with its potentially harmful products of combustion is created.\n\nDr. Edmunds\n\n-----------------------\n\nThe answer to this would be zero. \n\nA typical joint is rolled with cannabis that would typically not have any CBD bred into the strain, or so little it would not register. Most strains today stand between 15%-25% THC. You can of course seek out higher CBD strains such as Harlequin, Cannatonic or Electra Tsu which have a 3:1 ratio (around there) of CBD to THC. You could also seek out a CBD strain such as Charlotte's Web or ACDC which is almost all CBD and has no psychoactive effect.\n\nI am not a doctor and this represents my views. I hope this helps!\n\nPamela Hadfield\n_____________________\nYour typical flower will have between 12%-28% THC and 1%-5% CBD. This works out to 120mg-280mg of THC and 10mg-40mg of CBD. Obivously, all joints are different unless you source them from a reputable and legal collective, or are making them yourself and are meticulous about how much flower you put in each one. Generally speaking, your typical joint will have around .75g of flower which means you're looking at 90mg-210mg of THC and 7.5mg-30mg of CBD per joint. Again, these are estimates because all flowers and all joints are different. If you are in the market for high quality, organic prerolls look no further than Green Door West for a consistent  experience. You can find our 100% organic and vegan menu, which include our prerolls, some of which are made with high-cbd strain like \"Harlequin\" here: https://greendoorwest.com/collections\n\ngreendoorwest\n_____________________\nIt depends on the person. 50 mg is a very decent dose, but some people only need 10 mg and others need hundreds to get anywhere.\n\nSunnyizzy3\n_____________________\nThis is highly variable based on the person and also based on the form of consumption. For instance, take an edible which is metabolized by liver. \n\nIt is said, that THC is actually stronger when consumed this way than by smoking or vaping, based on how your body processes it. With an edible, 5mg for me is enough to make me feel stoned and want to go to sleep. For others, this low dosage may not be felt at all. Other people may be able to consume up to 100mg of THC per day and still function. It really depends on your system.\n\nIn terms of smoking, again this is variable. I am unable to smoke typical strains of THC which may be at 18% THC whereas my partner can smoke a whole joint and be functional.\n\nThe best way to determine what is right for you is to always go low and slow. Start at a bare minimum dosage and wait to feel the effect. Then go from there.\n\nI hope this helps!\n\nPamela Hadfield\n_____________________\nIf you roll your own, you can calculate the quantity of THC based on the amount of cannabis you are putting in the joint and the concentration of THC known to be in the strain you are using. \n\nIf you are referring to the average dispensary pre-roll, you are talking about 750mg - 1g of cannabis per joint. The average THC concentration in today's strains is around 12%, which is about 3-4 times as potent as strains a couple decades ago. Using these numbers, this means that your typical pre-roll will have approximately 100mg of THC. Some strains have a THC concentration upwards of 25%. \n\nThe bottom line is, a lot! Caution is advised, and many patients will use one joint over several days for this reason. \n\nIn general, I discourage smoking, because marijuana smoke contains carbon monoxide, tar, carcinogens and other chemicals which may be toxic and damaging to body tissues. Vaporizing shredded flower or CO2-extracted oil concentrates are considered safe alternatives, as we are not aware of any damaging substances in marijuana itself. Vaporizers control the temperature of your medicine such that it only turns into vapor, akin to water turning into steam; and they do not burn the cannabis. Therefore, no smoke with its potentially harmful products of combustion is created.\n\nDr. Edmunds\n_____________________\nFlower typically has 12% to 28% THC. In other words, that's 120 mg to 280 mg per gram of flower. And edibles get metabolized by the endocannabinoid system way differently so don't start out with apples to apples dosage from flower to edibles. Start small like 15 mg...wait up to 2 hours, then take more and figure out your own titration. Every person I know has a very uncomfortable story regarding over-medicating on edibles. Later, everyone will tell their story and laugh, but it's not funny at the time.  If you over medicate; eat, drink lots of water, some people say drink orange juice and just hold on to your hat, it will pass, and you'll get through it. Some people also say having CBD on hand will counteract the over-medication of THC, so it's good to have that handy. I haven't personally tried CBD when I've over-medicated, which has been about 3 times total in my experience of dabbing/vaping concentrates or eating edibles.\n\nCheri Devine\n_____________________\nLet me talk about the second part of your question. At first impulse it makes sense to try and match your THC milligram dosage with your edible dosage to experience a similar result. However, when THC is metabolized in the liver it is converted into 11-Hydroxy-THC. This particular cannabinoid passes through the blood-brain barrier much more efficiently than THC. As a result the high can be much more intense. If we take Dr. Edwards calculation and apply it to your edible dose then you would start your dosing at 120mg. That is dangerously strong for someone who is not experienced with edibles. \n\nEdibles are a whole other experience than smoking so you should start with a very low dose and work your way up from there. Pick out something easily measurable, like a chocolate bar. Plan a day to take it and see how it affects you over the course of a few hours. The next day adjust your dosage accordingly, but probably only in 2.5-5mgs. These may seem like low dosages, but some people can be very sensitive to the effects of 11-Hydroxy-THC. When I eat edibles with one of my friend's we always have to give her less than 7mg, despite that she smokes several times a week. Otherwise the effects are far too strong.\n\nRyan\n_____________________\nEdibles vs smoked can not really be compared. When you eat it you get the full dose of the edible. The dose in a joint depends on weight of joint ÷ percentage of thc (1gram/.20) 200mg thc \n\nMb Davison\n_____________________\n7\n\nMike Twist\n_____________________\nHi there!\n\nIf you are trying to calculate the amount of milligrams of THC in a typical joint, there are a few variables that you will need to take into consideration.\n\nThe first thing to keep in mind is that THC levels of cannabis flower vary by each strain used. Certain marijuana strains may not be as potent as others, and if you are consuming a CBD strain, there will be significantly less THC present.\n\nAnother factor to remember is how frequently you are smoking the joint. It can be difficult to estimate the EXACT amount of milligrams of THC present in a joint, as you can lose up to 40-50% of THC in between inhales. With that said, as your joint gets smaller, THC will become condensed towards the end, so your second half of the joint would test higher milligrams of THC present than the first half.\n\nUnfortunately, there is not a definitive answer to calculate your exact tolerance level of edibles when compared to joints. Please keep in mind that your tolerance of smoking cannabis may not be parallel to your tolerance for consuming cannabis-infused edibles. However, when it comes to marijuana edibles, I would suggest starting with a very low dose, perhaps 2 or 5 milligrams and slowly increase after 1-2 hours. You will need to wait for some time to experience psychoactive effects as THC is processed through the liver before it enters your bloodstream.\n\nI hope this information helps! :-)\n\nVeronica B","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/jpeg;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.3888888888888888,"src":"/static/67505738d878135621c0f62deea9114f/38022/0c43cb92e2cb19a5281ba36642d57f33.jpg","srcSet":"/static/67505738d878135621c0f62deea9114f/f836f/0c43cb92e2cb19a5281ba36642d57f33.jpg 200w,\n/static/67505738d878135621c0f62deea9114f/2244e/0c43cb92e2cb19a5281ba36642d57f33.jpg 400w,\n/static/67505738d878135621c0f62deea9114f/38022/0c43cb92e2cb19a5281ba36642d57f33.jpg 547w","srcWebp":"/static/67505738d878135621c0f62deea9114f/3acbe/0c43cb92e2cb19a5281ba36642d57f33.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/67505738d878135621c0f62deea9114f/61e93/0c43cb92e2cb19a5281ba36642d57f33.webp 200w,\n/static/67505738d878135621c0f62deea9114f/1f5c5/0c43cb92e2cb19a5281ba36642d57f33.webp 400w,\n/static/67505738d878135621c0f62deea9114f/3acbe/0c43cb92e2cb19a5281ba36642d57f33.webp 547w","sizes":"(max-width: 547px) 100vw, 547px"}}}}}]}},"pageContext":{"limit":12,"skip":144,"numPages":15,"currentPage":13,"id":5754,"name":"Smoke","slug":"smoke","country":"US"}},"staticQueryHashes":["3949754563","4179947113","4202924991"]}