In the early stages, prostate cancer is dependent upon stimulation of the male sex hormone receptor, and interfering with that receptor can have positive effects for the patient. However as the disease progresses that can change, and different pathways are needed to address the illness. Recently it has been shown that cannabinoids (components of cannabis […]
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Low Dose THC Could Restore Elderly Cognitive Function
There seems to be substantial evidence that the endocannabinoid system (ECS) is involved in the homeostatic balance that controls aging. The ECS activity declines with age, and CB1 receptors show diminished activity in the brains of older animals. This study demonstrated that chronic low doses of THC reversed the age-related decline in cognitive performance of […]
Marijuana And Angioedema A Single Case Study
Angioedema is the rapid swelling of the area beneath the skin, often presenting rapidly as a red and bumpy area referred to as “hives”. It has numerous causes and in some cases can be life threatening due to airway obstruction when swelling is excessive. This is the case presentation of a single 27 year old […]