{"componentChunkName":"component---common-build-question-tags-template-js","path":"/question-tag/cancer/11","result":{"data":{"allQuestion":{"edges":[{"node":{"id":"Question_6811-markdown","title":"How do you help or replace Chemo with Canabis?  My Mom just started Chemo today and I am very concerned.","slug":"how-do-you-help-or-replace-chemo-with-canabis-my-mom-just-started-chemo-today-and-i-am-very-concerned","content":"\n_____________________\nThere are two avenues to take regarding cannabis, cancer, and chemo. The first is using cannabis products to alleviate the side effects of chemo. This has proven very effective. A study in Israel had to open a double blind study to all participants because it was so obvious which children were using cannabis during chemo and which children were not. As far as using cannabis to battle cancer directly, it depends on a large number of variables and you would need to speak with a doctor about this option. Depending on the type of cancer and the progression of it, there may be help.\n\ndneice","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_6779-markdown","title":"Which of your products will cure CMML cancer?","slug":"which-of-your-products-will-cure-cmml-cancer","content":"\n_____________________\nHelloMD does not sell products. We just provide information about them, where they can be purchased, others opinions of them, and allow you to ask questions of the community (about them or anything else).\n\nWith regards to your specific question, I don't think that anybody will claim one of the products listed on HelloMD will cure CMML cancer, or any other type of cancer. There have been a lot of anecdotal stories of cancer patients realizing benefits of taking cannabis products during their battles with the disease, but no clinical studies showing that taking cannabis is a cure for cancer (as far as I am aware). \n\nFor more information on cannabis and cancer, try this search: https://www.hellomd.com/search/cancer\n\nmark","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_6766-markdown","title":"Has CBD been known to restrict urine flow when taking via suppository for prostate cancer?","slug":"has-cbd-been-known-to-restrict-urine-flow-when-taking-via-suppository-for-prostate-cancer","content":"\n_____________________\nNot to my knowledge. I have spoken with many people about cannabis and how it helps with the urinary symptoms associated with prostate cancer, interstitial cystitis, prostate hypertrophy, and other symptoms. It seems to help relax bladder and other micturition muscules and many people report that they have less of an issue with urgency and frequency of urination. Often times people who were awakening mutliple times per night to urinate are now able to sleep through the night with many fewer sleep interruptions. It also helps women with these same issues.\n\nandrewvanmd","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_6756-markdown","title":"More research is needed, of course, but at present which strains seem to work best killing cancer cells?","slug":"more-research-is-needed-of-course-but-at-present-which-strains-seem-to-work-best-killing-cancer-cells","content":"\n_____________________\nI can not answer what strain seems to work best and I can only answer based on the research I have done. In one article i will link to below it is stated:\n\n\"...researchers found that an active component of marijuana, delta-9-THC, provided important anti-tumor effects for varieties of lung cancer cells as well as breast cancer cells. In the breast cancer study, researchers found that, while the medical cannabis killed the cancer cells, it did not negatively affect healthy breast cells.\"\n\nMost people who opt to use cannabis as a treatment do so in addition to chemo and more standard treatment. They often go for high grade oils, but I am unaware of specific strains that are used.\n\nAs every cancer is different it also is important which canceryu are referring to. Here is another HelloMD article on brain cancer:\n\nLastly, many people have indicated that topical cannabis creams have helped with skin cancers.\n\nI hope this helps! I am not a doctor, just someone interested in this topic as well.\n\npamelahadfield","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_6742-markdown","title":"Are your oils high enough grade for seriously ill patients?","slug":"are-your-oils-high-enough-grade-for-seriously-ill-patients","content":"\"I'm looking for a vape for my father who has stage 4 cancer. I don't want anything that would further compromise his immune system. \"\n_____________________\nMy wife who recently passed from lymphoma told me that cannabis was not helping with the pain. She was using GSC, I am sure using a more potent strain or Vape might have helped her better. Morphine seemed to be a relief but only briefly while in the hospital. I hope this helps.\n\nstevoinferno\n_____________________\nAbsolutely! Our oil is lab tested for purity and potency. Our test results can be found on our website www.wvapes.com We provide medicine to many cancer patients. I would also suggest giving him oil orally. I would be happy to discuss this further with you. My heart lies in patient care. Please email us at Info@wvapes.com with your information. We are here to help.\n\namberleewvapes\n_____________________\nI am sorry to hear about your father. We have been fighting stage 4 brain and lung cancer for 4 years using cannabis for my brother.  The vape pen has changed his world, especially its ease of use, and lack of smell for discreet use after his treatments. \nCannabis that is lab tested for pesticides, molds and other pathogens is critical for not compromising his immune system.  The fact that W vape uses the CO2 extraction method is also critical vs a butane extraction. I love the fact that they are publishing their test results on their website and are giving you the terpenes profile back as well. \nFor more information and education I would suggest http://bit.ly/2dTbNRP for the learngteenflower health summit or http://bit.ly.2dQo4Rn for their Cannabis as medicine class that has great info on cancer. Their videos will also help your father learn more about questions to ask his oncologist about using cannabis that will help spread their knowledge.  Although I am not a doctor, the studies I have followed suggest limonene (bitter citrus rind smell) and  linalool (floral citrus and lavender smell) as anti-cancer terpenes. \nMy new oncologist just graduated from med school and replaced my retiring physician. When I asked about her views on cannabis use, she said she wasn't taught about it in school and didn't know or care to know if her patients were supplementing her treatment with it.  I armed her with case studies that I found at http:/healer.com and told her to expect a quiz in 6 months when I go back in for follow up on MGUS.\nI am so glad your father is open to using cannabis to treat his cancer. Hope this helps.\n\nslomom","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_6712-markdown","title":" RSO oils (I have cancer and take them so far only in the evening)","slug":"rso-oils-i-have-cancer-and-take-them-so-far-only-in-the-evening","content":"\"When I have the RSO oils (I have cancer and take them so far only in the evening) before going to bed I am almost passed out at night, and in the morning the first using is blackish. Is that becasuse I am detoxing or is it simply tar or something from the oil itself, what do you think?\"\n_____________________\nIm sorry I cannot understand your question. If you are treating cancer with RSO I would take as much as you possibly can handle. This may mean using a higher proportion of CBD during the day, or possibly using a strain with more uplifting properties (sativa or hybrid). Obviously do not drive or operate heavy machinery while under the influence of the oils, as they can be very potent.\n\nandrewvanmd","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_6695-markdown","title":"How do I get started with cannabis?","slug":"how-do-i-get-started-with-cannabis","content":"\"I am new to medical marijuana, am undergoing \"aggressive chemo\" for breast cancer and want some help with nausea, pain and sleeping.\r\n\"\n_____________________\nThis is a great question and a meaty topic. I will leave it to others to comment on your specific situation with chemo, but in short your getting started steps are:\n\n1) Connect with a doctor and get a recommendation so that you can become a legal medical cannabis user. The doctor will also give you basic advice on products, but usually not too many specifics.\n\n2) Find a knowledgable resource to assist you in product selection. This might be a medical professional, a 'bud tender' who works for a dispensary, or a consultant that has helped people like yourself through similar situations. \n\n3) Find a trusted retailer that can sell you appropriate medications.\n\nHere is a getting started guide we write for some basic learning: https://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/cannabis-101-your-quick-guide-to-medical-marijuana\n\nIf you have further questions as your proceed, feel free to post them here and people in our community will help you as you go.\n\nmark\n_____________________\nIn general cannabis products cannot be mailed through USPS, but certainly there are delivery services available that can bring medications to your home.\n\naghamaisam","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_6677-markdown","title":"I have a recurrence of breast cancer and am about to undergo therapy. ","slug":"i-have-a-recurrence-of-breast-cancer-and-am-about-to-undergo-therapy","content":"\"What strains do you recommend to not only help fight fatigue, nausea and all of the other unpleasant side effects of chemo, but also to potentially help kill the cancer cells?\"\n_____________________\nCannabis is a wonderfully diverse plant and produces different effects based on the genetics of the plant, the growing conditions and how it is utilized. I would experiment with different strains to find out what works best for you. Whole plant CBD rich tinctures help in a variety of ways, and that is where I would start. Rick Simpson Oil (hash oil) is a very potent extract of whole plant cannabis that is often used to treat cancer. Cannabis has been shown to prevent metastasis, prevent angiogenesis and even help remove cancerous cells.\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_6667-markdown","title":"I have a type of skin cancer on my bottom lip called Chelitas. Any recommendations?","slug":"i-have-a-type-of-skin-cancer-on-my-bottom-lip-called-chelitas-any-recommendations","content":"\n_____________________\nTry applying Rick Simpson Oil (hash oil) each night before bed. Cannabis has shown promise in treating various cancers including skin cancer. Obviously consult with a dermatologist for microscopic study and investigate conventional therapies.\n\nandrewvanmd","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_6664-markdown","title":"Does Photon Genius treatment affect my treatment of prostrate cancer with cannabis oil?","slug":"does-photon-genius-treatment-affect-my-treatment-of-prostrate-cancer-with-cannabis-oil","content":"\n_____________________\nWhile I know what what the Photon Genius is, I am not sure if used in conjunction with the cannabis oil, your treatment would be affected, so I have contacted The Skilling Institute and posed this question to them...will let you know if I get a response.\n\nPiantaTinta","image":null}}]}},"pageContext":{"limit":12,"skip":120,"numPages":15,"currentPage":11,"id":5042,"name":"Cancer","slug":"cancer","country":"US"}},"staticQueryHashes":["3949754563","4179947113","4202924991"]}