Question 1

is smoking weed bad for you?

Accepted Answer

No doubt: Marijuana smoking can cause as much lung problem as smoking tobacco, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, bronchitis and cancer. Also, "weed" adverse effects such as psychosis, memory loss, dependence etc.

Question 2

is smoking weed better for you?

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Marijuana is an Herb: Better than what?

Marijuana is a natural and commonly used herb that allows for hunger and relaxation.  It is less dangerous than smoking nicotine as far as diseases go.

Smoking...I.E. The fire you are inhaling with the thc has to be thought of as dangerous however.  Other ways of ingesting this herb are less risky for your health.

Question 3

could quitting from smoking weed is hard?

Accepted Answer

Depends: There is a mild to moderate withdrawal from cannabis that heavy, regular smokers may get.  In addition, people who are using marijuana to control anxiety may feel more anxiety when they stop.  It is self-limited and will go away.  If you have persistent problems, see your doctor to talk about alternatives, from various kinds of psychotherapies to use of other medications which may help (buspar).

Question 4

what are the pros and cons of smoking weed?

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Pro's - it is: Beneficial in the treatment of some specific medical conditions. Con's -  possible effects of marijuana:  anxiety, depression, fear, panic , delusions, paranoia, hallucinations, losing touch with reality, inattentiveness, short-term memory problems, disturbances of thought processes. Fatigue, poor concentration, slowed reaction times ; slowed problem solving.

Question 5

is smoking weed considered that bad for you?

Accepted Answer

It depends: If you have bipolar mood disorder or schizophrenia, marijuana can aggravate those illnesses.  Children and early adolescents often are unsettled by the drug's psychological and behavioral effects. Otherwise, the major risks in healthy adults are lung problems and loss of energy and motivation in very heavy users. Some data suggest lower sperm count and weight gain, but usually not enough to notice.

Question 6

what are the health effects of smoking weed?

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Depends on who you: talk to.  Health benefits that are touted are anti-nausea effect and increased appetite, leading to use of both marijuana and THC-containing medication (Marinol) for patients undergoing cancer treatment, or with HIV or hepatitis. It also lowers intraocular pressure in some cases of glaucoma. It may reduce neuropathic pain and certain kinds of seizures. SE's include bronchitis, sedation, anxiety.

Question 7

what are the effects of smoking weed while on medications?

Accepted Answer

Variable: Weed itself varies. What you got before may be different from now. Also, individuals have varying sensitivities.  But there may be  a synergistic effect of intoxication: they get too strong. But there is also the metabolism: weed has some metabolic pathways that may be the same as your meds, thereby making weed and your meds either weaker or stronger. Unpredictable, and therefore unwise.

Question 8

can smoking weed kill you?

Accepted Answer

Not directly: It is not thought that intoxication with marijuana or cannabis would be lethal in the conventional sense. An individual who was susceptible to it could theoretically experience psychosis and this would be life threatening.  Additionally, the possibility of motor impairment could lead to challenges with operating a motor vehicle and a catastrophic accident could lead to premature death.  Stay safe!

Question 9

side effects of smoking weed?

Accepted Answer

Lots: Possible effects of marijuana:  anxiety, depression, fear, panic , delusions, hallucinations, losing touch with reality, inattentiveness, short-term memory problems, disturbances of thought processes. You might feel tired, have poor concentration, slowed reaction times & slowed problem solving. Some people develop a dry mouth, have a rapid heart rate or may feel hungry.

Question 10

does smoking weed cause boils?

Accepted Answer

: Boils are caused by staph bacteria which can colonize skin but not cause infection or boils until they invade the skin. Smoking weed isn't the cause.

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