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The Science Behind Medical Marijuana: Exploring Cannabinoids and Their Therapeutic Effects

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In recent years, the medical community and the public have shown a growing interest in the therapeutic potential of medical marijuana. This article delves into the science behind medical marijuana, focusing on cannabinoids, the active compounds found in the cannabis plant, and their remarkable therapeutic effects.

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Epilepsy and MMJ: Exploring the Promising Treatment Benefits

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Epilepsy is a complex neurological disorder that affects millions of people worldwide, causing recurrent seizures that can significantly impact the quality of life. In recent years, there has been growing interest in exploring alternative treatment options, and one that has gained attention is medical marijuana (MMJ).

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How does medical marijuana help patients with Epilepsy?

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The Epilepsy Foundation defines epilepsy as a chronic condition of the brain which causes seizures and affects 65 million people worldwide. One in 26 people will develop epilepsy in their lifetime. It is not fully known the genetic origins of epilepsy or if the condition is hereditary.

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What Are The Most Common Conditions MMJ Is Prescribed For?

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In recent years, a significant shift has occurred in the perception of medical marijuana, transforming it from a controversial substance to a recognized and, in some places, a legal form of medical treatment. Medical marijuana, however, has emerged as a potential alternative.

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How Medical Marijuana Helps Floridians With Qualifying Conditions

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Medical Marijuana use has shown potential benefits in managing symptoms and improving the quality of life for individuals with various health conditions. Some animal-based studies go as far as to suggest cannabinoids might slow cancer cell growth. THC lowers the Intraocular pressure (IOP) of marijuana smokers.

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Marijuana as a treatment for epilepsy

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Marijuana as a treatment for epilepsy. Medical cannabis is showing great potential in the treatment of epilepsy. Cannabis is issued medicinally for a plethora or disorders, and one that it seems to affect very positively is epilepsy. WHAT EXACTLY IS EPILEPSY? CONVENTIONAL TREATMENT.

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Cannabinoids: THC

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A 2006 edition of Current Pharmacology published an article titled: “Role of the Cannabinoid System in Pain Control and Therapeutic Implications for the Management of Acute and Chronic Pain Episodes”. Once medical marijuana is ingested, the receptors are opened and the medication begins to provide relief to patients.