{"componentChunkName":"component---common-build-question-tags-template-js","path":"/question-tag/brain/2","result":{"data":{"allQuestion":{"edges":[{"node":{"id":"Question_7716-markdown","title":"Can someone help me with brain cancer? I have an ogliodendroglioma.","slug":"can-someone-help-me-with-brain-cancer-i-have-an-ogliodendroglioma","content":"\n_____________________\nI've read studies showing that Cannabinoids, the active components of Cannabis sativa, have been shown to exert antiproliferative and proapoptotic effects on a wide spectrum of tumor cells and tissues. Of interest, cannabinoids have displayed great potency in reducing the growth of glioma tumors (which is the type of tumor an ogliodendroglioma is)  either in vitro or in animal experimental models. Cannabinoids appear to be selective antitumoral agents as they kill glioma cells without affecting the viability of non-transformed cells.\n\njulienp","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10043-markdown","title":"What studies are available to support the negative effects of cannabis on the teenage brain?","slug":"what-studies-are-available-to-support-the-negative-effects-of-cannabis-on-the-teenage-brain","content":"\n_____________________\nHello, great question. Here are a few to get you started:\n1) J.M. Bostwick, \"Blurred Boundaries: The Therapeutics and Politics of Medical Marijuana,\" Mayo Clinic Proceedings 87, no 2 (2012):172-86. This study showed that the effects of cannabis on the developing brain are greater than a mature brain, partly because cannabis can interfere with the development of the endocannabinoid system, which is necessary for homeostasis. \n2) Avshalom Caspia, Terrie E. Moffitt, Mary Cannon et al., \"Moderation of the Effect of Adolescent-Onset Cannabis Use on Adult Psychosis...\" Biological Psychiatry 57, no 10 (2005):1117-27.  This study showed that some adolescents can be more vulnerable to developing schizophrenia if they carry a specific gene variation in their DNA.\n3) J. Jacobus, S. Bava, M. Cohen-Zion, et al., \"Functional Consequences of Marijuana Use in Adolescents,\" Pharmacology Biochemistry, and Behavior 92, no 4 (2009): 559-65. This study showed that heavy use of cannabis can result in deficits in memory and attention, as well as mood problems, which can negatively impact their school work. It is noted that the abnormalities can disappear after 3 months of cannabis abstinence.\n\ndrjacquelynlew","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_9922-markdown","title":"Can High CBD Help Brain Tumor Seizures?","slug":"can-high-cbd-help-brain-tumor-seizures","content":"\n_____________________\nCBD has anti-convulsant and well as anti-tumor activity. As with any medication, its effect varies from patient to patient. It would certainly be reasonable to try CBD to see if it will help reduce seizures. Animal studies show that rodents with glioblastoma who are given cannabis (THC) along with chemotherapy have better survival rates than those who receive either THC or chemotherapy alone. If using CBD and receiving chemotherapy, it is important that the physician know that you are using it because it can slow down the metabolism of a number of chemotherapy drugs. That means more careful monitoring of drug levels is important. \n\ndrfrye","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_9831-markdown","title":"Best product for cancer (brain)?","slug":"best-product-for-cancer-brain","content":"\"My son was diagnosed with trilateral retinoblastoma.  The prognosis is poor but we are not going down without a fight.  What marijuana products could help him? Thank you\"\n_____________________\nIf you are located in California, Check out PureCure's sublingual breath strip. They are a very effective way to use cannabis without smoking. THC is dissolved directly through the cell wall, bypassing the digestive system resulting in a powerful medicine. More so than edibles.\nFor more information message us on facebook @purecurextract or email at orders@purecureproducts.com\n\njuliagulia","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_9828-markdown","title":"Can cannabis improve cognitive functions?","slug":"can-cannabis-improve-cognitive-functions","content":"\"I was wondering if any research has been done on mental retardation, or similar neurological disorders? Just curious, with research showing that cannabis could rebuild brain cells, is it possible that cannabis, possibly in high concentrated doses, could improve an individuals cognitive functions?\"\n_____________________\nThere are some studies on www.pubmed.com, you can do a search using the words cannabis and cognitive function...also here is a link to an article by Paul Armentano, NORML Deputy Director\nhttp://blog.norml.org/2016/11/14/study-medical-cannabis-use-associated-with-improved-cognitive-performance-reduced-use-of-opioids/\nHere is another article: https://hawaiicannabis.org/medical-marijuana-may-improve-cognitive-function-study-says/\n\nPiantaTinta","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_9637-markdown","title":"My 18-month old dog, a GSP/Border Collie mix has had 3 grand mal seizures in the past week. ","slug":"my-18-month-old-dog-a-gsp-border-collie-mix-has-had-3-grand-mal-seizures-in-the-past-week","content":"\"The vet took bloodwork and prescribed Keppra for the seizures. She is scheduled for a brain scan next week. When I brought up the use of CBD she dismissed it. I found that odd as there are many anecdotal stories of CBD being really helpful with humans with epilepsy. Are there any studies regarding the effacey of CBD as a relief from seizures in canines?\"\n_____________________\nMany doctors and vets are just not educated in cannabis, so when you bring it up as a discussion, they dismiss it. Many people are using CBD for their pets that have seizures and are having good results. I am not aware of any studies done with canines, but I have had a couple of members that have used CBD tinctures and have had good results with their canines and have found that the frequency and duration of the seizures have lessened quite a bit. Here is an article from Leafly.com on the subject https://www.leafly.com/news/health/this-dogs-seizures-are-being-treated-with-cbd-d82e\nThere are a number of companies that are making pet specific CBD products for pets.\n\nPiantaTinta","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_7471-markdown","title":"I'm in Missouri. What type of cannabis can I obtain legally?","slug":"im-in-missouri-what-type-of-cannabis-can-i-obtain-legally","content":"\"I have nausea pain migraines neck fusion 3 cerebral brain aneurysms fibromyalgoa and etc.I live in Missouri and was on marinol 2.5 , twice a day and it helped at first then I decreased the useage of it after a 1 1/2 years. My question is what can my physician prescribe me to help me with my problems legally in darn Missouri.  Thank you for your time. \"\n_____________________\nMIssouri has a medical CBD law in place. It is rather restrictive and only available in the case of severe epilepsy. I would look here for information....\n\nhttp://norml.org/legal/item/missouri-cbd-marijuana-law\n\nandrewvanmd","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_7305-markdown","title":"I have brain cancer would cdb help with my headaches and nerve pains","slug":"i-have-brain-cancer-would-cdb-help-with-my-headaches-and-nerve-pains","content":"\n_____________________\nYes cannabis can help with brain cancer, headaches and nerve pains. The cannabinoids (CBD, THC, CBN, CBG and many others) work best when they are utilized in a whole plant preparation. Isolated cannabinoids are far less effective, as the cannabinoids work together in a synergystic fashion. I would try a sublingual tincture of whole plant cannabis extract with CBD, THC and the other components found in cannabis. You can vary the ratio and see what works best for you and your lifestyle. With more THC you may find more pain relief, but you may experience more psychoactive effects, changes in perception and short term memory. When utilizing the tincture, allow it to absorb in your mouth, so that it goes directly into your bloodstream. Try a small dose (5-10 milligrams of cannabinoids), and wait for half an hour to see if you experience relief. Increase the dose as needed. Vaporizing cannabis will provide more immediate relief and is often a bit easier to titrate the appropriate dose. You may also try topical cannabis rubs or a transdermal patch applied to the most painful area.\n\nandrewvanmd","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_6747-markdown","title":"CBD ratio in sublingual tincture for migraine","slug":"cbd-ratio-in-sublingual-tincture-for-migraine","content":"\"I have neurofibromatosis and so I have neurofibromas or benign tumors in my brain which often cause massive migraines. I have been vaping a strain of CBD rich flower which is a 2:1 ratio. It helps however I find that for my more intense migraines, it does not help with the pain. I am interested in trying tinctures as recommended by my MMJ doctor. Since the 2:1 is not strong enough for the really bad pain, is it recommended to get a higher cbd ratio (4:1, 8:1, etc) or a more balanced ratio tincture (1:1)?\"\n_____________________\nI would suggest a more balanced ratio like a 1:1. Many patients sing the praises of the hybrid stain, \"Girl Scout Cookies\" when it comes to pain and inflammation. Make sure the flower or oil is organic. Pesticides will only make your headaches worse. I hope you find some relief. Take care!\n\namberleewvapes","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_6694-markdown","title":"husband only wants to sleep and does not want to eat","slug":"husband-only-wants-to-sleep-and-does-not-want-to-eat","content":"\"My husband has a diffuse glioma (brain cancer) and wants to sleep all the time and does not want to eat--it is like he has lost his appetite.  He is taking .5 grams of THC every 12 hours.  I am worried about his lack of appetite and only wanting to sleep--what do you suggest?\"\n_____________________\nHe is taking THC pills? Marinol? 500 milligrams is quite a large dose of THC if taken by itself. Cannabis and THC work much better when taken as a whole plant preparation. If he is taking marinol or synthetic THC (as a mono-drug therapy), I would stop that and I would start with a CBD rich whole plant cannabis extract in a sublingual tincture format, taken every six hours. Use a few drops under the tongue, and wait half an hour, and increase dose to achieve adequate relief. Experiment with different ratios and strains. Vaporization can provide more immediate relief. If you live in a state where cannabis is illegal (and yet synthetic THC is available), I would find a CBD whole plant extract (which should be available in every state) and take that along with a lower dose of the synthetic THC.\n\nandrewvanmd","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_6668-markdown","title":"My husband is taking THC for brain cancer and is vomiting and nauseous lately. Could it be the THC?","slug":"my-husband-is-taking-thc-for-brain-cancer-and-is-vomiting-and-nauseous-lately-could-it-be-the-thc","content":"\"My husband has been on THC for brain cancer for two months now--he has 1 month to go to complete his 60 grams--have been up to .5 grams within a 12 hour time frame for about a week now.  However, he has become very nauseous recently and has thrown up the last dosages I have given him. Also, he does not have much of an appetite and has lost weight.  His brain tumor keeps him bedridden because that's how the tumor has affected his mobility and gait.  When he sits up in bed he gets nausea. Thus, instead of curing nausea and increasing his appetite something seems to be creating the opposite effect--more nausea and vomiting.  Do you believe it could be the medical marijuana?  I mix his primarily THC with CBD oil and sometimes add a CBD tincture with the THC.  Would you please advise?\"\n_____________________\nYour husband is taking THC pills? Marinol? I would switch to a whole plant extract with CBD and THC that also contains the other cannabinoids and terpenes found in cannabis. This should be more effective.\n\nandrewvanmd\n_____________________\nSmoking or vaping cannabis can help with the immediate symptoms of nausea and vomiting. You can also put the oil on his gum and let it absorb through his mucous membranes. Obviously, this is a complex situation and there may not be one cause for his symptoms. YOu should also make sure the product you are giving him has been tested by a lab. CBD impacts the effect of the THC so you might try giving it independently. Again, inhalation can have an immediate impact on nausea.\n\ndneice\n_____________________\nUnfortunately in this population progression of disease can lead to these types of symptoms.  If you have not already done so, please contact your physician so that they can rule out acute issues such as hydrocephalus, acute bleed, increased edema, or rapid progression of disease.  Cannabis should assist with nausea and vomiting rather than exacerbate it.\n\nNP Joshua","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_6636-markdown","title":"could a high from marijuana lead to lifelong brain damage and stupidity ?","slug":"could-a-high-from-marijuana-lead-to-lifelong-brain-damage-and-stupidity","content":"\"hi.i;ve been smokin marijuana for over a year. not like smoking every day but... le's say here n then once a month - a week ? maybe. i may've smoked about 20-30 times at max probablity. so i smoked a joint after 4 clear weeks of not-smokin anything.then i smoked half a joint 4 days ago with my friend.and got really high.and it kinda went away the day after and i started to feel normal. but then i smoked another joint last night and i;d forgot that THC was already in my system, anyway i smoked the joint and got unbelievably high and i was alone this time so i freaked out and everything got paranoiac !? i slept for like 12 hours and when i woke up i was still feeling disconnected.i am still feeling disconnected. it's been around 12 hours since i woke up. it;s not like a normal high . i jsut feel disconnecte from reality and it never happened before and i.m really scared .i don't know what to do . i just try to keep myself together . idon't know if i'm gonna be like this forever or not. please help. and also i had a pill of Loratadin (antihistamine) for my allergy . idont know if it has anything to do with the effects of weed . i think i'm gonna be stupid for ever . or i'm just really scared\"\n_____________________\nHi,\n\nThere are many reports out there that either support the claim that marijuana adversely affects the brain or doesn't. First, clinical research must be licensed through the DEA and approved by the FDA. Unfortunately, the FDA classifies marijuana as a schedule 1 drug. \n\nAdditionally, it is important to regard your own intuition. For people who have a higher level of anxiety or prone to panic attacks marijuana can aggravate your symptoms. I have also experienced increased anxiety at times when I consume too much THC. Through trial and error, I decided to medicate in small amounts and do something that doesn't overwhelm me like listening to music or watching a movie.  \n\n\"Marijuana impairs light users’ attention and concentration but doesn’t appear to affect regular or heavy users within six hours of smoking or ingesting it. In the long run, researchers have found that after 3 weeks or more since last using marijuana, subjects’ attention and concentration return to normal.\" - (published in the Journal of Addiction Medicine)\n\nYou haven't gone mad after all...Cheers!\n\nTo understand scientifically how marijuana affects your brain I recommend that you watch this short video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oeF6rFN9org\n\nadriennekiva","image":null}}]}},"pageContext":{"limit":12,"skip":12,"numPages":4,"currentPage":2,"id":5011,"name":"Brain","slug":"brain","country":"US"}},"staticQueryHashes":["3949754563","4179947113","4202924991"]}