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A respiratory therapist told me that thc can cause your throat to swell and restrict your airways when inhaled. can this also happen when ingested ?
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Not unless allergic: The smoke is part of the problem causing airway issues. Ingestion does not create the same issues.
Answered 11/22/2014
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