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Is cannabis a blood thinner?

The Cannigma

In this case, hundreds of patients were seen in emergency departments in 2018 with signs of bleeding with no known cause. In general patients taking anticoagulants often have cardiovascular issues, which can be problematic with cannabis use as THC is known to cause changes in heart rate and blood pressure.

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What is CBG?

The Cannigma

It is often called “the mother of all cannabinoids,” and it holds potential as a treatment for conditions such as diabetes, ALS, and Huntington’s disease, although human studies are seriously lacking. For some conditions, like hypertension, CBG shows potential benefits that CBD doesn’t. Which is better, CBG or CBD?

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What seniors need to know before getting a medical marijuana card

The Cannigma

The percentage of Americans over 65 who had reported using cannabis in the past year had increased tenfold between 2006 to 2018, from 0.4% The AARP, explaining its 2019 policy change, stated that its decision was based on “the growing body of research suggesting marijuana may be helpful in treating certain medical conditions and symptoms.”.

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5 Facts Every Cannabis Advocate Needs to Know

The Cannigma

Instead of only approving synthetic versions, like it did with THC, in 2018 the FDA greenlighted cannabidiol (CBD) derived from the cannabis plant as an approved medicine — under the brand name Epidiolex — as a treatment for rare forms of childhood epilepsy. With CBD, the federal agency’s seal of approval is even more resounding.

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Can You Be Allergic to Cannabis?

Veriheal

A 2018 study , despite being small-scale, suggests t hat people may be more susceptible to cannabis allergy if they have existing allergies to the likes of cat dander, molds, dust mites or plants. . Difficulty speaking. Anaphylaxis*. Despite its rarity, this is the most severe symptom and should be dealt with as an emergency.

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What’s the Deal With Synthetic Cannabinoids Like Spice and K2? Are They Safe?

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has reported that cases involving overdoses related to a substance called “K2”, sometimes referred to as “Spice”, has increased by as much as 130% from the 3,488 cases brought forward in 2018. Elevated blood pressure. Psychosis is a condition that can (negatively) affect the way the brain processes information.

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With Edibles Now Legal, Expert Discusses Potential Risks

WeedAdvisor

For many, this means a slew of options that eluded consumers since October 2018. For instance, THC greatly increases heart rate and blood pressure, which can exacerbate existing conditions. Consuming that much THC will easily lead to hospitalization from high heart rate, blood pressure, hallucinations or vomiting.

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