Conditions Treated
Medical Marijuana For Cancer Treatment
Medical cannabis can be administered through various methods.
Medical marijuana has been found to be highly effective for the side effects of cancer treatment including nausea, weight loss, loss of appetite, and vomiting. It has also been found to help with cancer pain.
Cannabinoids, the active chemicals in medical marijuana, are similar to chemicals found in the body for pain, movement, memory, and appetite.
Chemotherapy
Helps control nausea and vomiting caused by cancer chemotherapy
Kill Cancer
Medical Marijuana can kill cancer cells and slow tumor growth
Appetite
Improves weight gain by stimulating appetite
Pain Relief
Highly effective for cancer pain
How Medical Marijuana Helps Patients
Cannabis can help relieve the following side effects of cancer treatment:
Nausea
Vomiting
Loss of appetite
Weight Loss