When there are multiple benefits, there are also disadvantages and negative effects. This goes for almost everything in the world. Including the well known herbal remedy known as cannabis. With cannabis starting to be more famous, a lot of countries such as Thailand and the United states are legalizing cannabis for recreational and medical use. This means that there are dispensaries and clinics that provide marijuana healthcare. However, what are the negative side effects of the overuse of cannabis products, even for medical purposes?
For starters, those who smoke marijuana are going to affect his or her lungs. No matter what chemicals are inside, smoking anything harms the lungs. This can cause a lot of hard breathing and, in worse cases, lung and heart diseases. With that being said, it is suggested to have medical marijuana in forms of edibles since they don’t harm your lungs. Furthermore, those who are frequent users of marijuana in any shape or form can also result in cannabis dependence. This process is when the individual is physically dependent towards marijuana. In fact, it can also increase tolerance of marijuana, meaning that the person would need a higher dosage of the herb. Furthermore, those who are prone to being addicted are those that are adolescents because their brains are still not fully developed. As a result, where there is addiction, there is always struggle in quitting. Moving on, cannabis poisoning can occur too when there is overuse of the herb. Though it is not fatal, cannabis poisoning can be discomforting and unpleasant. Some symptoms include: chest pain, rapid heart beats, and many more.
With that being said, marijuana does have benefits in terms of health. However, it is essential that it is taken in moderation and with proper guidance through a medical professional.
Sources:
https://www.canada.ca/en/services/health/campaigns/cannabis/health-effects.html
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