Every state defines debilitating sickness differently. Here are a few ailments doctors of cannabis can suggest cannabis for.
M.S
Multiple sclerosis arises when the immune system targets the CNS. Myelin, a "fatty" material surrounding the nervous system, is destroyed, affecting the brain, spinal cord, and eyes. MS has no treatment. However, Oral cannabis can help with pain, stiffness, and urine frequency, the research found.
Hiv/Aids
HIV attacks the immune system and, untreated can cause AIDS. HIV and AIDS can induce nausea, vomiting, persistent discomfort, and weight loss. FDA has authorized dronabinol, a synthetic version of cannabis, for HIV/AIDS patients with appetite and weight loss.
Cancer
Cancer patients often undergo chemo. Chemotherapy can induce a lack of appetite, exhaustion, weight loss, persistent discomfort, and nausea. FDA authorized dronabinol and nabilone to alleviate chemotherapy effects. Inhaled marijuana may benefit cancer patients with nerve damage discomfort.
Parkinsons
The disease weakens the neurological system. Patients have bradykinesia, tremors, and limb rigidity. Cannabis may help Parkinson's tremors and bradykinesia, according to research. Parkinson's disease is a qualifying illness in Illinois, and its symptoms are in others.
Crohn's
Crohn's disease is chronic intestinal inflammation. This persistent condition can cause severe stomach discomfort and delayed development. Cannabis reduces intestinal inflammation and improves sleep in Crohn's sufferers, according to research.
Stress Disorder (PTSD)
PTSD is a psychological illness that occurs after a stressful event. PTSD causes nightmares, despair, and terror or fury. Studies show that cannabis can help treat PTSD, along with counseling and medicine. Cannabis reduces nightmares. PTSD qualifies for medicinal marijuana in all legal states.
Huntington's Disease
HD is a hereditary illness that causes mental deterioration owing to brain cell death. HD causes uncontrolled muscular movement and slurred speech. Studies demonstrate that cannabis may assist enhance motor function and decrease tension and anxiety in Huntington's disease patients.
Glaucoma
Glaucoma is caused by frontal fluid buildup. The extra fluid causes optic nerve injury. Glaucoma can induce eye pain, impaired vision, nausea, and vomiting. Cannabis as a therapy for glaucoma is hotly discussed among ophthalmologists, although evidence shows it can relieve discomfort and vomiting, especially in late-stage cases.
Epilepsy
Epilepsy produces chronic seizures. Cannabis has been researched to help epileptic individuals. Epidolex is an oral CBD therapy for seizures. Epidolex is the only FDA-approved medicinal CBD. Research revealed cannabis usage for TRE was promising. All states that allow medicinal marijuana can suggest it to epileptic sufferers.
Alzheimer's, Dementia
Dementia is a condition that reduces a person's mental capacity. Alzheimer's disease is a kind of dementia in which brain neurons die. Cannabis doesn't reduce or stop dementia or Alzheimer's, but it can help control agitation, aggressiveness, and other behavioral difficulties.
Schizophrenia
Schizophrenia is a persistent mental illness that affects reality perception. Schizophrenia symptoms can range from problems focusing to hallucinations. CBD may reduce schizophrenics' social isolation and cognitive deficiencies, according to a study.
Tourettes
Tourette's impacts motor or phonic skills. Patients may produce repeated, uncontrolled motions or noises. CBD-based formulas alleviate tics and calm obsessive or irritable people, studies show. Several states mention Tourette's in their medicinal marijuana legislation.
Depression
Depression is a curable medical ailment characterized by extreme sadness or worthlessness and loss of interest in previously loved activities. One in six persons suffers depression in their lives. Studies indicated that cannabis reduces sadness, anxiety, and stress.
Arthritis
RA is an autoimmune disease that attacks joints. Inflammation causes joint swelling and discomfort. Over-the-counter drugs and surgery are used to treat RA. CBD oil reduces joint inflammation and discomfort, say recent research. Joints are protected against nerve injury.
Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia causes physical discomfort. People may also feel weary and have trouble concentrating. Oral cannabis reduces fibromyalgia pain, say studies. Its symptoms qualify for medical advice in all authorized states.
