{"componentChunkName":"component---common-build-question-tags-template-js","path":"/question-tag/joint/3","result":{"data":{"allQuestion":{"edges":[{"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}},{"node":{"id":"Question_11431-markdown","title":"Topical balm for joint pain resulted in headache","slug":"topical-balm-for-joint-pain-resulted-in-headache","content":"\"Is this common?\"\n_____________________\nI am not a doctor but I use topicals frequently, interact with a lot of manufacturers and know a lot of other people who use them.\n\nI have never heard of this but anything is possible. I wonder what is on the ingredient list and where you used the topical. Topicals when applied are meant for localized pain and do not enter the bloodstream so in theory they should not effect the body system as a whole. The topical penetrates or is absorbed into the skin barrier and interacts with CB1 receptors to help alleviate pain.\n\nIt could be you are sensitive to an ingredient within the topical. I too am suspicious when I try something new and end up with a headache. In the case of cannabis, I always make sure I buy brands that are lab tested and pesticide free.\n\nThis represents my opinion only. I hope this helps!\n\npamelahadfield","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_11345-markdown","title":"Why does THC negatively effect me? It does not matter the strain or whether it is sativa, indica, or hybrid. ","slug":"why-does-thc-negatively-effect-me-it-does-not-matter-the-strain-or-whether-it-is-sativa-indica-or-hybrid","content":"\"Is there any science or research as to why some people feel euphoria and become engaged and relaxed after smoking THC and others like me have never had a positive/euphoric experience? I use THC in tiny amounts to manage pain in conjunction with CBD, but I have never been able to smoke a joint and feel good. I either am couch locked, anxious, or so zoned out I can not focus at all. Could it be that I have more cannabanoids or my CB1 and CB2 receptors work more or less than other people's? Is it related to anandamide? \"\n_____________________\nHello! \r\n\r\nThis is a great question and its a topic that we are becoming more educated on as cannabis professionals. I have to first say that I am not a doctor but I am a cannabis user and operate a delivery service and that does it's best to stay read on new research on the nuances of cannabis effects. \r\n\r\nI have a couple follow up questions for you:\r\n\r\n1. I understand that smoking has not been a positive experience, are there other ways of consumption that has yielded positive effects? \r\n\r\n2. If the answer is yes, what are they? (Edible, tincture, topical... )\r\n\r\nHere are a few things I have found about the range of effects of cannabis as well as a few tips I give our members in choosing their medicine and method of use that might help and add some perspective:\r\n\r\n-Research is finding that while THC and CBD are some the most widely known cannabinoids, CBN is also an active cannabinoid that contributes to sleepiness.\r\n\r\n-Terpenes - Essential oils produced in all plants, and is what provides the aromatic experience is one of the greatest variable in the effects that strain.\r\n\r\nThe best thing that I have found for myself as a cannabis user is to listen to my body. Some people do not like the smoking experience, the direct hit of THC to the blood stream from the lungs can be shocking to some peoples systems. Other people don't need to consume it at all and there body responds better to topical. \r\n\r\nHope this helps some, there is still more research that needs to be done.\n\nninaparks\n_____________________\nHave you ever smoked a high CBD flower before? My brother is so sensitive to THC that he can only tolerate smoking high CBD low thx flower so that the CBD helps take the edge off of the thc. I'm not sure if there is a biological reason behind his intolerance or if he's just too nervous about it. Cannabis seems to amplify what we already feel. I've noticed that nervous smokers generally stay nervous, while people that are comfortable with their environment and cannabis in general are more inclined to have more favorable effects.\n\ncannabear","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_11107-markdown","title":"How do you use this kief? Do you add this to a rolled joint?","slug":"how-do-you-use-this-kief-do-you-add-this-to-a-rolled-joint","content":"\n_____________________\nKief can be used in a number of ways to add a more full spectrum or targeted effect to your flower. We add it to joints, or on top of a bowl or bong. But it's also great used on top of your pax, volcano, firefly or other vaporizor. Our kief is so refined it can also be dabbed though I think you lose some of its nuanced character in dab rigs, we have a lot of folks who add it to other concentrates. Since kief is a raw, full spectrum extract it's very high in thca and benefits from vaping over exposure to intense heat. All our kief is made from organically grown source material.\n\nherbabuena","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_11010-markdown","title":"Does vaping, such as with a FireFly vaporizer, create that unmistakable smell associated with a burning joint?","slug":"does-vaping-such-as-with-a-firefly-vaporizer-create-that-unmistakable-smell-associated-with-a-burning-joint","content":"\"More specifically ... is there ANY smell when using Firefly and, if so, how strong or pervasive is the smell and how long does it last?   Thanks!\"\n_____________________\nVaporizing does produce a smell, but it only lasts for as long as the actual vapor lingers in the air. The smell produced by vaporizing is weaker than from smoking, and is more akin to toasted plant matter. I've heard it described as smelling a little like overdone popcorn, but with a more floral and, yes, weed-y characteristic. Smoking results in a much more pungent burnt and skunky smell that will stick to surfaces and hover in the room for a lot longer. If you're just taking a few small puffs from your vape, the smell dissipates almost immediately. As long as you aren't vaping a whole bunch, the smell won't leave the room and it will disappear after thirty minutes or less, making it ideal for situations where you don't want to bother others in your household.\n\nmuchfuzz\n_____________________\nTbh yes vaporizING produces a smell but very faint like if you vaped inside a closed room and 2 minutes later someone walked in they won't even realise it honestly. It isn't smoke so it doesn't stink up your clothing or furniture and linger around it dissipates and smell is literally gone. If it's a convection vaporizer like the Firefly 2 then that smell is dramatically reduced because FF2 isn't conduction is 100% convection so it isn't baking your herbs while u aren't inhaling like conduction vapes do so convection would be the top choice for less smell\n\nwavyvaporizers\n_____________________\nIf you are concerned about the smell, exhale into a kitchen exhaust fan running on high.  It only takes a few seconds of running to vent the odor up the chimney and outside the house.\n\nflotsam\n_____________________\nThere is no odour and the vapour dissipates very quickly.....no worries! \n\nI have people around me with very good odour detectors and they don't smell the vaping.\n\njackpine\n_____________________\nVaping with the firefly 2 has very low odor that dissipates quite quickly I have had the pax and the odor was quite strong and noticeable! If you open your firefly2  you will smell something however as soon as the cover goes back on the smell is gone! That's the beauty of the firefly2 the smell is low odor and dissipates quite quickly. If I use it in my bathroom and walk out the smell disappears within seconds! You will see!Also the pax2 has a lingering smell that never really disappears.mostpirtable Vapes do/firefly 2 does not, especially if cleaned after every 10 uses!\n\njojo65\n_____________________\nYou are never combusting the marijuana so you never create any burning smell. The firefly (Unlike conduction vaporizers which burn the herbs) never cooks the bud so no smell is emitted when vaporizing. Hot air passes over the bud releasing the thc but no combustion occurs.\n\nvape4fun\n_____________________\nThe Firefly is meticulously designed to produce very minimal odor or smell. It is *nothing* like the smell of a lighting a joint-- since there is no combustion and the material is not burning. I personally have never liked the smell of cannabis burning, and that is one reason I love the Firefly so much-- it doesn't produce that lingering smell at all.  \n\nI have honestly heard stories of people in nursing homes choosing the Firefly over other vaporizers because the odor is so minimal, and the device can be used very discreetly without anyone else smelling it.\n\nsuzyl\n_____________________\nHiya! In  a lot of the studies conducted about cannabis vaporization and user experiences, one of the advantages mentioned by the participants is the lack of odor while using one of these devices. For example, take this excerpt of the results written by JM Malouff in his 2014 study - 'Experiences of marijuana-vaporizer users':\n\n\"Users identified 4 advantages to using a vaporizer over smoking marijuana: perceived health benefits, better taste, no smoke smell, and more effect from the same amount of marijuana. Users identified 2 disadvantages: inconvenience of setup and cleaning and the time it takes to get the device operating for each use. [...]\"\n\nLink to the scientific paper by NCBI: http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/24821347\n\nHOWEVER, in my personal experience I would have to argue that anybody that tells you that there is not odor while vaporizing is probably lying. I have never used a Firefly 2 (hopefully I will if I happen to win this giveaway ayyoo), so I can't speak on the smell associated with its usage, but all the other vaporizers do produce a smell while you're using them. Having said that, the smell is not  as strong as it is when combusting herb, nor does it linger for the same amount of time. Another thing to note is that conduction vaporizers tend the hold on to that particular scent for a longer period of time in comparison to convection vapes (such as the Firefly), especially if you don't clean them very well.\n\nSo to sum up, vaporizing will not create that very particular joint smell but it won't be odor free either. If you're in a current situation in which the smell of using any particular herb as medication will put you in a risky or uncomfortable situation, always weigh out your options and think about the consequences before you take an action. If you're just picky about smells, vaping will make your room less dank.\n\nBe well!\n\n~M\n\nmikeyh","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10813-markdown","title":"How many milligrams of THC are in a typical joint?","slug":"how-many-milligrams-of-thc-are-in-a-typical-joint","content":"**I usually smoke joints and I am fine with that. But if I were to start taking edibles instead, what would be a similar dose?**\n\nMallory\n_____________________\nThe thing to remember is that THC content can vary a lot between strains. Even with edibles many people are unclear about how much THC they are actually consuming. And the psychoactive or “high” depends as much or more on the [heat from vaping or burning](https://www.latimes.com/projects/la-me-weed-101-thc-calculator/) for activating the effects of the compounds than just what’s in the raw cannabis.\n\n![Screen Shot 2021-10-18 at 3.00.36 PM.png](https://hellomd-cms.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/Screen_Shot_2021_10_18_at_3_00_36_PM_3ddaf252ce.png)\nJetty Extracts  prerolls pack a punch!\n\nComparing the amounts of THC in a joint v\nersus an edible is like comparing apples to oranges (or gummies to smoke), because the body metabolizes it in different ways. When smoking a joint, the THC enters the bloodstream quickly after being inhaled in the lungs, so its effects hit faster and die sooner. \n\nWith edibles, the cannabis is sent through the digestive system and metabolized by the liver. So onset of effects can be longer — 30 minutes to two hours typically — and the effects can also last longer than smoking or vaping.  During this process, the liver changes the THC into 11-hydroxy-THC, which can cause a more intense high than THC consumed by smoking.\n\nEdibles can also be more [unpredictable when it comes to dosing](https://hellomd.com/articles/marijuana-edibles-vs-flowers). Ingestion usually delivers only between 10 and 20% of the THC in the product, while smoking delivers a more potent dosage, usually between 50 and 60% of the THC in the flower. Also ingredient labels can sometimes underreport the amount of THC in the edible.\n\nWith an edible, 5mg for me is enough to make me feel stoned and want to go to sleep. For others, this low dosage may not be felt at all. Other people may be able to consume up to 100mg of THC per day and still function. It really depends on your system.\n\nIn terms of smoking, again this is variable. I am unable to smoke typical strains of THC which may be at 18% THC whereas my partner can smoke a whole joint and be functional. So you may have to be careful around [high-THC strains]( https://hellomd.com/articles/top-8-most-potent-high-thc-marijuana-strains). \n\nThe best way to determine what is right for you is to always go low and slow. Start at a bare minimum dosage and wait to feel the effect. Then go from there.\n\nI hope this helps!\n\nPaula T.\n\n-------------\n\n\nIf you roll your own, you can calculate the quantity of THC based on the amount of cannabis you are putting in the joint and the concentration of THC known to be in the strain you are using.\n\nIf you are referring to the average dispensary pre-roll, you are talking about 750mg - 1g of cannabis per joint. The average THC concentration in today's strains is around 12%, which is about 3-4 times as potent as strains a couple decades ago. Using these numbers, this means that your typical pre-roll will have approximately 100mg of THC. Some strains have a THC concentration upwards of 25%.\n\nThe bottom line is, a lot! Caution is advised, and many patients will use one joint over several days for this reason.\n\nIn general, I discourage smoking, because marijuana smoke contains carbon monoxide, tar, carcinogens and other chemicals which may be toxic and damaging to body tissues. Vaporizing shredded flower or CO2-extracted oil concentrates are considered safe alternatives, as we are not aware of any damaging substances in marijuana itself. Vaporizers control the temperature of your medicine such that it only turns into vapor, akin to water turning into steam; and they do not burn the cannabis. Therefore, no smoke with its potentially harmful products of combustion is created.\n\nDr. Edmunds\n\n-----------------------\n\nThe answer to this would be zero. \n\nA typical joint is rolled with cannabis that would typically not have any CBD bred into the strain, or so little it would not register. Most strains today stand between 15%-25% THC. You can of course seek out higher CBD strains such as Harlequin, Cannatonic or Electra Tsu which have a 3:1 ratio (around there) of CBD to THC. You could also seek out a CBD strain such as Charlotte's Web or ACDC which is almost all CBD and has no psychoactive effect.\n\nI am not a doctor and this represents my views. I hope this helps!\n\nPamela Hadfield\n_____________________\nYour typical flower will have between 12%-28% THC and 1%-5% CBD. This works out to 120mg-280mg of THC and 10mg-40mg of CBD. Obivously, all joints are different unless you source them from a reputable and legal collective, or are making them yourself and are meticulous about how much flower you put in each one. Generally speaking, your typical joint will have around .75g of flower which means you're looking at 90mg-210mg of THC and 7.5mg-30mg of CBD per joint. Again, these are estimates because all flowers and all joints are different. If you are in the market for high quality, organic prerolls look no further than Green Door West for a consistent  experience. You can find our 100% organic and vegan menu, which include our prerolls, some of which are made with high-cbd strain like \"Harlequin\" here: https://greendoorwest.com/collections\n\ngreendoorwest\n_____________________\nIt depends on the person. 50 mg is a very decent dose, but some people only need 10 mg and others need hundreds to get anywhere.\n\nSunnyizzy3\n_____________________\nThis is highly variable based on the person and also based on the form of consumption. For instance, take an edible which is metabolized by liver. \n\nIt is said, that THC is actually stronger when consumed this way than by smoking or vaping, based on how your body processes it. With an edible, 5mg for me is enough to make me feel stoned and want to go to sleep. For others, this low dosage may not be felt at all. Other people may be able to consume up to 100mg of THC per day and still function. It really depends on your system.\n\nIn terms of smoking, again this is variable. I am unable to smoke typical strains of THC which may be at 18% THC whereas my partner can smoke a whole joint and be functional.\n\nThe best way to determine what is right for you is to always go low and slow. Start at a bare minimum dosage and wait to feel the effect. Then go from there.\n\nI hope this helps!\n\nPamela Hadfield\n_____________________\nIf you roll your own, you can calculate the quantity of THC based on the amount of cannabis you are putting in the joint and the concentration of THC known to be in the strain you are using. \n\nIf you are referring to the average dispensary pre-roll, you are talking about 750mg - 1g of cannabis per joint. The average THC concentration in today's strains is around 12%, which is about 3-4 times as potent as strains a couple decades ago. Using these numbers, this means that your typical pre-roll will have approximately 100mg of THC. Some strains have a THC concentration upwards of 25%. \n\nThe bottom line is, a lot! Caution is advised, and many patients will use one joint over several days for this reason. \n\nIn general, I discourage smoking, because marijuana smoke contains carbon monoxide, tar, carcinogens and other chemicals which may be toxic and damaging to body tissues. Vaporizing shredded flower or CO2-extracted oil concentrates are considered safe alternatives, as we are not aware of any damaging substances in marijuana itself. Vaporizers control the temperature of your medicine such that it only turns into vapor, akin to water turning into steam; and they do not burn the cannabis. Therefore, no smoke with its potentially harmful products of combustion is created.\n\nDr. Edmunds\n_____________________\nFlower typically has 12% to 28% THC. In other words, that's 120 mg to 280 mg per gram of flower. And edibles get metabolized by the endocannabinoid system way differently so don't start out with apples to apples dosage from flower to edibles. Start small like 15 mg...wait up to 2 hours, then take more and figure out your own titration. Every person I know has a very uncomfortable story regarding over-medicating on edibles. Later, everyone will tell their story and laugh, but it's not funny at the time.  If you over medicate; eat, drink lots of water, some people say drink orange juice and just hold on to your hat, it will pass, and you'll get through it. Some people also say having CBD on hand will counteract the over-medication of THC, so it's good to have that handy. I haven't personally tried CBD when I've over-medicated, which has been about 3 times total in my experience of dabbing/vaping concentrates or eating edibles.\n\nCheri Devine\n_____________________\nLet me talk about the second part of your question. At first impulse it makes sense to try and match your THC milligram dosage with your edible dosage to experience a similar result. However, when THC is metabolized in the liver it is converted into 11-Hydroxy-THC. This particular cannabinoid passes through the blood-brain barrier much more efficiently than THC. As a result the high can be much more intense. If we take Dr. Edwards calculation and apply it to your edible dose then you would start your dosing at 120mg. That is dangerously strong for someone who is not experienced with edibles. \n\nEdibles are a whole other experience than smoking so you should start with a very low dose and work your way up from there. Pick out something easily measurable, like a chocolate bar. Plan a day to take it and see how it affects you over the course of a few hours. The next day adjust your dosage accordingly, but probably only in 2.5-5mgs. These may seem like low dosages, but some people can be very sensitive to the effects of 11-Hydroxy-THC. When I eat edibles with one of my friend's we always have to give her less than 7mg, despite that she smokes several times a week. Otherwise the effects are far too strong.\n\nRyan\n_____________________\nEdibles vs smoked can not really be compared. When you eat it you get the full dose of the edible. The dose in a joint depends on weight of joint ÷ percentage of thc (1gram/.20) 200mg thc \n\nMb Davison\n_____________________\n7\n\nMike Twist\n_____________________\nHi there!\n\nIf you are trying to calculate the amount of milligrams of THC in a typical joint, there are a few variables that you will need to take into consideration.\n\nThe first thing to keep in mind is that THC levels of cannabis flower vary by each strain used. Certain marijuana strains may not be as potent as others, and if you are consuming a CBD strain, there will be significantly less THC present.\n\nAnother factor to remember is how frequently you are smoking the joint. It can be difficult to estimate the EXACT amount of milligrams of THC present in a joint, as you can lose up to 40-50% of THC in between inhales. With that said, as your joint gets smaller, THC will become condensed towards the end, so your second half of the joint would test higher milligrams of THC present than the first half.\n\nUnfortunately, there is not a definitive answer to calculate your exact tolerance level of edibles when compared to joints. Please keep in mind that your tolerance of smoking cannabis may not be parallel to your tolerance for consuming cannabis-infused edibles. However, when it comes to marijuana edibles, I would suggest starting with a very low dose, perhaps 2 or 5 milligrams and slowly increase after 1-2 hours. You will need to wait for some time to experience psychoactive effects as THC is processed through the liver before it enters your bloodstream.\n\nI hope this information helps! :-)\n\nVeronica B","image":{"childImageSharp":{"fluid":{"base64":"data:image/jpeg;base64,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","aspectRatio":1.3888888888888888,"src":"/static/67505738d878135621c0f62deea9114f/38022/0c43cb92e2cb19a5281ba36642d57f33.jpg","srcSet":"/static/67505738d878135621c0f62deea9114f/f836f/0c43cb92e2cb19a5281ba36642d57f33.jpg 200w,\n/static/67505738d878135621c0f62deea9114f/2244e/0c43cb92e2cb19a5281ba36642d57f33.jpg 400w,\n/static/67505738d878135621c0f62deea9114f/38022/0c43cb92e2cb19a5281ba36642d57f33.jpg 547w","srcWebp":"/static/67505738d878135621c0f62deea9114f/3acbe/0c43cb92e2cb19a5281ba36642d57f33.webp","srcSetWebp":"/static/67505738d878135621c0f62deea9114f/61e93/0c43cb92e2cb19a5281ba36642d57f33.webp 200w,\n/static/67505738d878135621c0f62deea9114f/1f5c5/0c43cb92e2cb19a5281ba36642d57f33.webp 400w,\n/static/67505738d878135621c0f62deea9114f/3acbe/0c43cb92e2cb19a5281ba36642d57f33.webp 547w","sizes":"(max-width: 547px) 100vw, 547px"}}}}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10743-markdown","title":"What kind of topical or product should I use for my condition?","slug":"what-kind-of-topical-or-product-should-i-use-for-my-condition","content":"\"I have an autoimmune disease called eosinophillic fasciitis. It is a tightening of the fascia in my hands and lower legs with joint and bone pain. What type of topical or other product would be best to use?\"\n_____________________\nI'm not a doctor but I do use topicals regularly for sore muscles and nerve pain. I talk to many people in the industry and their is plenty of anecdotal evidence that topicals help for different kinds of localized pain. I am going to point you to a couple of recent articles on our site that talk about topicals at the end.\n\nIf you live in CA. two topicals I would recommend would be Sweet ReLeaf and Xternal.\nXternal is widely available in dispensaries across CA as well as other legal states and within CA you can purchase on SweetReLeaf's site. I also like high CBD, low THC bath soaks, which for me are highly effective.\nTheir are a number of bath soak brands out there and I purchase mine on GetSava.com.\n\n As with all cannabis products, the response is individual and what might work for one person may not work for another. The great thing about topical a is that they are not psychoactive after application.\n\nHere are two topical article links I hope you find helpful:\n\nhttps://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/topicals-a-revelation-in-treating-pain-with-cannabis\nhttps://www.hellomd.com/health-wellness/57056541347686000800015a/cannabis-topicals-provide-relief-for-sore-muscles-and-pain\n\nHope this helps!\n\n\npamelahadfield","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10718-markdown","title":"How long does marijuana stay in your system?","slug":"how-long-does-marijuana-stay-in-your-system","content":"\"I have accepted a new job that involves drug testing prior to starting. I smoked a joint this past weekend and my test is scheduled on Friday. Is a week long enough for it to clear out of my system?\"\n_____________________\nThis really depends. Urine testing is the most common way of detecting THC in your system but how long it remains in your system in a detectable way varies.\n\nEach person metabolizes THC at a different rate. THC is broken down into a chemical known as THC-COOH. This happens after the liver breaks down THC. The rate of break down varies the results as well as how much you may ingest. For instance someone who smokes or takes THC in any form on a regular basis, say every day or several times a week may test positive up to 10 days after smoking. A person that has smoked once may only test positive 1-3 days afterwards.\n\nThat said, a person that smokes a lot and frequently may still test positive after 10 days. In many cases, this type of consumer may event test positive 3-4 weeks later!\n\nHope this helps!\n\npamelahadfield\n_____________________\nAny cannabis product with THC can potentially set off a urine drug test.  CBD however is different, and if you are using CBD by itself it should not set off a drug test unless there are small amounts of THC in the product.\n\ndrbultman\n_____________________\nMay I suggest a cleanse?  Try drinking up to a gallon / day in the days leading before your drug test.  there's also evidence that exercise and taking B-complex vitamins might help.  Finally, if you have further doubts, purchase a  urine drug test from the pharmacy and test yourself. I hope this helps!\n\ndrpark","image":null}},{"node":{"id":"Question_10626-markdown","title":" How can cannabis oil/creams help with medicine caused joint pain? ","slug":"how-can-cannabis-oil-creams-help-with-medicine-caused-joint-pain","content":"\"Meds taken after breast cancer causing joint pain side effects.\"\n_____________________\nJoint pain from arthritis effects about 10 million people in the world today. Those that are effected by joint pain after chemotherapy are unknown, That being said however, cannabis has been used for centuries to help with joint pain. Today there are many oils and creams that can be used topically on the skin over the joints that are painful. The anti-inflammatory effect of cannabis as well as it's ability to modulate the immune system has made it a staple in many people who suffer from joint pain either form osteoarthritis or Rheumatoid arthritis.\n\nCannabis infused creams and oils and other trans-dermal  methods work by binding to CB2 receptors that are part of the bodies endocannabinoid system. Some of the topicals do not have any THC in them at all and therefor avoid any psychoactive effects. Even those with some THC in them have a mild, if any, psychoactive effect. Part of the reason is that it is difficult for these creams to pass through the skin and need to be combined in an oil base. Transdermal patches with THC can cause some psychoactive effects since that don't evaporate as fast as topicals and can permeate the skin over time enter the bloodstream. \n\nPerry Solomon, MD","image":null}}]}},"pageContext":{"limit":12,"skip":24,"numPages":3,"currentPage":3,"id":5407,"name":"Joint","slug":"joint","country":"US"}},"staticQueryHashes":["3949754563","4179947113","4202924991"]}