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Can marijuana slow down the healing process of a wound or broken bones?

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Dr. Robert Killian answered

Specializes in General Practice

Medical marijuana: Probably not. Marijuana works as an anti-inflammatory. This means it can help with tissue swelling.

Answered 9/1/2020

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Dr. Libby Putnam answered

Specializes in Podiatry

Not likely. : If you're concerned, ask the doctor treating your wound or broken bone. You always want your doctor to know everything you're taking medicinally.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 6/18/2013

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