3 Weed Side Effects You Should Know About

Marijuana used to be interpreted dramatically, often referred to as a “gateway drug” and a substance that dumbfounded people. While most of these beliefs have been debunked over the years, the truth is that marijuana is addicting and should be taken seriously.

Lately, people have started to see marijuana in a different light and to focus on its benefits and medicinal properties. While this is a good thing and will hopefully lead to the end, or at least derailment, of the war on drugs, knowing the effects of marijuana is still important; it was never as dangerous as it was portrayed, but neither is it a magic bullet.

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Here are 3 of the most serious side effects associated with marijuana use:

EVALUATE

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Before COVID-19 moved into the spotlight, there was a mysterious “vaping disease” that later became known as EVALI. This disease resulted in pneumonia, lung damage, and even some death.

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Researchers found that most cases of EVALI were linked to vitamin E acetate, a compound found in vapes. Although dwarfed by more pressing and global issues, the disease is still an issue that could be contained by purchasing cannabis products from legitimate pharmacies and minimizing the spread of black market cannabis.

Vomiting & nausea

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One of the least covered and most worrisome side effects associated with cannabis is cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome, a condition in which the user experiences nausea and uncontrollable vomiting when exposed to cannabis. It sounds terrifying. While the condition is rare, it is important to know about it so that users will know what to aim for when they start showing symptoms.

Mental disorders

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Marijuana and fear have a complicated relationship. While the majority of users claim it is stress relieving, a not insignificant group of people have experienced great anxiety and paranoia. Various studies have found links between cannabis and mental disorders that are particularly worrying for people with a history of mental illness in their families, who may be more likely to experience these negative effects when exposed to cannabis.

These diseases are largely unknown and require scientific support as cannabis continues to grow in popularity. A simple and helpful preventive measure would be to exercise caution and moderation when using cannabis. Like any other substance, your body needs time to recover from its effects.