@oceanlady22 and all...Hello. I never tried marijuana in the '70s or prior to age 73. I have chronic pain from autoimmune diseases - sarcoid, vasculitis, degenerative arthritis, other autoimmune issues, and illnesses. I've been on hydrocodone, heave ibuprofen, prednisone, other steroids, gabapentin, Lyrica, steroid injections in my finger/hand/wrist/vertebrae-lower, cerebral, shoulder for torn rotator cuff, etc.

I began MM for anxiety, pain, sleep, insomnia, etc. about 3 years ago. Now, I'm off all pain meds other than MM. I take a capsule or tincture before bed of 1:1, CBD: THC. I don't take any of the other pain drugs, other than the occasional extra-strength Tylenol. I marvel at the help from the MM AND that I'm actually using marijuana at this age. But, it works for me. I highly suggest you ck it out for this purpose in these forms. I will not vape, cannot vape or inhale any substance due to lung damage from Sarcoidosis, multiple pneumonia, and infections.

Don't smoke if that's not for you, as it is not for me. I actually think the tincture is excellent and doesn't affect other organs, etc.
Just wanted to share these thoughts and hopefully put your concerns at rest.
Blessings on your continued pain journey. I hope I've helped you a bit. Elizabeth