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I recently fractured my right femur. i had a titanium rod implanted. would smoking marijuana once a week slow down the healing process?

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Dr. John Rhoades
Dr. John Rhoadesanswered
Family Medicine 49 years experience
Unknown: There has never been a study done on this Although not condoned and illegal, I doubt it would delay the healing process
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