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How to address PMR pain while decreasing prednisone
Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) | Last Active: Nov 2 6:56pm | Replies (764)Comment receiving replies
Hey? has anyone asked about taking THC gummies and such? Some states it’s legal some it’s not (illegal in my state but surrounded by states that sell the stuff). I’ve not tried it but it just occurred to me to ask what yall have heard or think of medical marijuana for pain or sleep help.
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@kare1 Great question, and THC DID help me with PMR before I got diagnosed and started the Prednisone.
THC-infused beverages recently became legal in my state. I've never smoked pot as a youth, but I decided to try one of the new, legal "pot drinks" as an alternative to alcohol on Friday nights. Very relaxing and conducive to falling asleep quickly, even 6 hours after consumption. Also a huge appetite stimulant -- a bag of chips has no chance once that stuff kicks in for me. Best of all, no hangover!
When the PMR hit me, I recall sitting on the sofa watching TV in significant, 6- or 7-level discomfort. The THC beverage would bring the pain level down 1 or 2 points, while also "taking the edge off" from worrying constantly about what could possibly be wrong with me. I was also losing weight quickly before I was diagnosed due to reduced appetite, but on the THC beverage, I was ravenous. "The Munchies" is totally real on THC.
Once I was diagnosed and started the Prednisone, I nearly forgot about how much the THC drink helped me get through those 6 weeks from PMR onset to diagnosis/Prednisone.
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@kare1 I like a gummy for sleep....no effect on pain for me.