Question 1

i stop using marijuana but.still.come.out positive how can.i.get it out my system?

Accepted Answer

Marijuana: Marijuana can be detected for a very long time especially if there is an obesity. I warn my patients that the tests can be positive up to 120 days.

Question 2

if i live in a state where marijuana is legal can my doctor make me stop using marijuana before prescribing medication for adhd?

Accepted Answer

Things to ponder: ADHD meds are often controlled substances that are monitored by the feds from creation to end user. Prescribing them puts the doc under scrutiny by the state &amp; feds. Unless they can justify the use with testing/exam and records they can lose their license. They can decline to treat you if you don't follow their instructions.

Question 3

how long before surgery must one stop using alcohol, smoking and marijuana?

Accepted Answer

As early as possible: They all interfere in different ways with natural immunity and coagulation, critical around surgery in order to allow proper and timely healing. Not to mention that this will be the right time to even drop completely couple of them, if not all, as none of the above is recognized as a healthy habit.

Question 4

i'm done being a marijuana addict - but how do i stop?

Accepted Answer

Get the help and: Support you need!  make meetings, see an addiction specialist, find new friends who don't use.

Question 5

i smoke too much marijuana, should i stop?

Accepted Answer

Yes: You are damaging your brain by using weed.
For good health - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, low fat milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. 
Practice safe sex.

Question 6

if i decide to take my meds for anxiety from quiting marijuana they are ssri will i be able to stop taking them after a while?

Accepted Answer

There's no guarantee: It the anxiety is transient - then yes. However, if the anxiety is chronic long term medication may  be indicated.

Question 7

will smokin marijuana the same day as a positive ovulation test stop ovulation from happen i still had to positive test two days after but didn't smok?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: If smoking marijuana prevented ovulation then there would be millions of happy teenagers that would be pleased to discover a new form of contraception.....

Question 8

how can i stop a panic attack after marijuana?

Accepted Answer

Bad sign: Please consult a psychiatrist now, as this is indication of a much more serious underlying illness.

Question 9

can smoking marijuana. decrease the the effectiveness of claravis/isotreitnion will it stop claravis from working or is it ok . medical purposes use.

Accepted Answer

No known interaction: However, cigarette smoking has been shown to increase the intensity of acne in some people, and if you also smoke cigarettes, you should strongly consider quitting (whether it is related or not, you should consider it anyway). Not sure if smoking other substances has the same effects on skin, and perhaps your dermatologist could assist you in this. There aren't however any known interactions.

Question 10

i smoke marijuana from time to time, but i have read about how it can create negative thought patterns. should i stop, or is it fine for me to do it on occasion?

Accepted Answer

Marijuana effects: Let the Wise Man within you ask:
•	Reasons to use Marijuana
•	Use of Alcohol, drugs, Medications
•	History of Dependence
•	Depression often occurs with marijuana usage.
•	The ability to learn, remember and adapt quickly to changes is impaired by its use. 
•	It seriously impairs judgment and motor coordination. 
•	6 to 11 percent of fatal accidents are contributed to by its side effects.

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I'm done being a marijuana addict - but how do i stop?

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I smoke too much marijuana, should i stop?

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If i decide to take my meds for anxiety from quiting marijuana they are ssri will i be able to stop taking them after a while?

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Will smokin marijuana the same day as a positive ovulation test stop ovulation from happen i still had to positive test two days after but didn't smok?

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How can i stop a panic attack after marijuana?

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Can smoking marijuana. decrease the the effectiveness of claravis/isotreitnion will it stop claravis from working or is it ok . medical purposes use.

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I smoke marijuana from time to time, but i have read about how it can create negative thought patterns. should i stop, or is it fine for me to do it on occasion?

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