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Is marijuana bad for you if you smoke it ?
7 doctors weighed in across 4 answers
Yes: You've probably heard the standard warnings about addiction, marijuana being a gateway drug, what smoking does to your lungs, what marijuana does to your memory etc. Please see: http://teens.drugabuse.gov/drug-facts/marijuana I hope this helps. Take good care of your health.
Answered 4/26/2016
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Yes: In general, everything has benefits and risks. Although cannabis can help with pain, anxiety, and even insomnia, it can also lead to smoke related problems (such as cancer, copd), addiction, and more.
Answered 4/7/2017
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Opinions vary: This is a simple question with a complex answer. Marijuana has many proven health benefits but also has some hazards, esp. if used regularly. However, there is surprisingly little evidence that occasional use is hazardous. It is far less dangerous than alcohol and tobacco. See http://medicalmarijuana.procon.org/view.resource.php?resourceID=000141 for a good point-counterpoint by various experts.
Answered 5/3/2016
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Yes: it destroys the memory cells in the brain plus other effects on your body so do not use it.
Answered 12/24/2015
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