Medical Risks Of Marijuana

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The cannabis plant contains more than 100 compounds (or cannabinoids). These compounds include tetrahydrocannabinol (THC), which is impairing or mind-altering, as well as other active compounds, such as cannabidiol (CBD). CBD is not impairing, meaning it …

Know the Negative Effects and Risks of Marijuana Use | SAMHSA

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Marijuana Risks. Brain health: Marijuana can cause permanent IQ loss of as …

Medical marijuana - Mayo Clinic

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Further study is needed to answer this question, but possible side effects of medical marijuana may include: Increased heart rate Dizziness Impaired …

What We Know about Marijuana

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Smoking any product, including marijuana, can damage the lungs, increase risk of bronchitis, and scar small blood vessels. Smoking marijuana can also increase the risk for stroke, heart …

Cannabis (Marijuana) DrugFacts

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These problems include daily cough and phlegm, more frequent lung illness, and a higher risk of lung infections. Researchers so far haven't found a higher risk for lung cancer in people who …

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What are marijuana's effects? | National Institute on Drug …

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If marijuana is consumed in foods or beverages, these effects are somewhat delayed—usually appearing after 30 minutes to 1 hour—because the drug must first pass …

The Effects of Marijuana on Your Body - Healthline

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THC is responsible for the intoxicating effects of cannabis. It also has potential medicinal effects for conditions like: pain nausea reduced appetite insomnia …

Is marijuana safe and effective as medicine? | National …

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An additional concern with "medical marijuana" is that little is known about the long-term impact of its use by people with health- and/or age-related vulnerabilities—such as older …

What are the health benefits and risks of cannabis? - Medical News Today

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Cannabis use is likely to increase risk of psychosis, including schizophrenia. But a curious finding among people with schizophrenia and other psychoses is that a …