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I had a laparoscopic appendectomy 2 days ago and was wondering if it is okay for me to smoke cannabis ? i would consider myself a regular user of cannabis is it makes any difference.
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Basics: Anything you smoke can trigger small changes in the capillaries that reduce blood flow. Since your body needs good blood flow around your surgical site for tissue repair such action can delay /retard healing. I would give it at least 2-4 weeks to heal.
Answered 11/29/2020
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