By now pretty much every state has laws that are clear about marijuana usage. Because of this, it is smart to understand how medical marijuana works to understand if you might qualify as a candidate for a referral.
Learn all about medical marijuana, below.
What is Medical Marijuana?
Medical marijuana uses the marijuana plant as a medicinal tool to help patients find relief.
However, it is important to note that medical marijuana is not a medical treatment and that all medical decisions should be made with your trusted and board-certified physician.
What Medical Conditions is Medical Marijuana Recommended For?
Some of the most common medical conditions where medical marijuana may be beneficial include the following:
• Appetite loss
• Eating disorders
• Cancer
• Crohn’s disease
• Alzheimer’s
• HIV/AID
• Multiple sclerosis
• Epilepsy
• Glaucoma
• PTSD and other mental health conditions
• Muscle spasms
• Nausea
• Seizures
• Chronic pain
• Wasting syndrome
• And more.
How Does Marijuana Help Medical Patients?
The active chemical in medical marijuana is believed to be similar to the chemicals within the body that are involved with functions such as memory, movement, pain, and appetite.
While there is limited research at the moment, medical marijuana is believed to perform the following functions:
• Anxiety reduction
• Inflammation reduction
• Pain relief
• Nausea and vomiting control
• Muscle relaxation
• Appetite stimulant
How Do You Consume Medical Marijuana?
Medical marijuana can be consumed in many different ways depending on preference or physical abilities.
You can smoke it, inhale it as a vapor, eat it, or even apply it to your skin as a cream, and more.
Learn More About How Medical Marijuana Works
At Dispensary Works, we are a Southern Maryland medical marijuana provider committed to providing the best cannabis product to patients as part of their overall health program.
Our highly trained staff is here to help you select the best cannabis for your particular needs.
If you would like to learn more about who we are and what we do, feel free to visit our website, or contact us today at 240-585-5220.
