Positive Marijuana Research Database
A central feature of osteoarthritis is the breakdown and loss of cartilage material within the joints of the body. It is known that cannabinoids have an anti-inflammatory effect and reduce joint damage. In this study, the effects of a synthetic cannabinoid was evaluated in vitro (in the laboratory) to determine if it would interrupt the […]
The usage of cannabis (marijuana) to assist in appetite and weight gain in cancer patients is well known, but some may be concerned that the effect will be negative on those who don’t wish to gain weight. This national prospective study over a 3 year period is not only insightful, but should alleviate those concerns. […]
Many individuals, with large numbers from the military veteran population, have significant issues with post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). The use of cannabis (marijuana) has sometimes been recommended to reduce symptoms. This study was performed to determine the effectiveness of THC, CBD, and of THC plus CBD on the ability to disrupt the re-consolidation of […]
Oral cannabis (marijuana) extracts are commonly used for assistance in controlling epilepsy seizures and symptoms. Some parents report success and much needed relief for their loved ones’ symptoms, but not all types of epilepsy respond the same. In this retrospective chart review, a clearer understanding of which type of epilepsy may respond to marijuana emerged. […]
As marijuana (cannabis) use becomes more accepted (again) in mainstream society, many ponder how older adult (regular) users maintain harm reduction regarding health, social and legal risks in the context of “normalized” cannabis use. This study collected data from Baby Boomer (born 1946-1964) cannabis users in the San Francisco Bay Area, consisting of a recorded, […]
Two studies were conducted to examine how thoughts of death affect cannabis (marijuana) cravings, and if consuming marijuana alleviates those thoughts of death. 42 participants in the first study demonstrated cannabis craving when prompted with thoughts of death, even though there was no change in their conscious negative mood. In the second study of 50 […]
Management of chronic pain is one of the most common reasons for seeking marijuana (cannabis) medicine. However little is known regarding the effects of combining marijuana and prescription pain medicines on the potential for more serious alcohol and other substance involvement. This article collected data on 273 participants in southwestern Michigan with comparisons on socio-demographics, […]
Marijuana (cannabis) use can modulate neurotransmitter release and produce a wide range of central nervous system effects, including increased pleasure and alteration of memory processes. Those effects provide a rationale for using marijuana to manage the 3 core PTSD symptom clusters: re-experiencing, avoidance and numbing, and hyper-arousal. This study evaluated 11 articles from a literature […]
As more states legalize marijuana (cannabis) in medical or recreational form, there is renewed interest on the metabolic effects from its use. This study evaluated how current marijuana use affects body weight and cardiovascular risk factors among black patients in Brooklyn. Socio-demographic, laboratory and clinical data were collected on 100 black patients with an average […]
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 […]