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Medical marijuana for neuropathy

Posted by wilcy @wilcy, Jul 24, 2019

Started vaping with high potential medical marijuana! Have neuropathy in feet and starting in hands! About to be in wheelchair! It doesn’t even relax me! Any suggestions?

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Amanda Roe | @amandajro | Oct 18, 2021
In reply to @richardrr "Has anyone used medical marijuana for the relief of neuropathic pain in legs, feet AMA calves?..." + (show)
@richardrr

Has anyone used medical marijuana for the relief of neuropathic pain in legs, feet AMA calves? If so what dose and blend of canaboidoil and THC did you use. Also did you have any side effects from using it.

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hello @richardrr. You will notice that I moved your post into an existing discussion on Medical Marijuana for Neuropathy so you could benefit from reviewing the previous comments and also to allow you to better connect with members such as @artscaping and @tigreyes2004 who may be able to provide you with additional information.

Have you started to use medical marijuana or just started exploring it as an option?

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richardrr | @richardrr | Oct 18, 2021

Thanks Amanda, Yes I have started a few days ago. I am hoping some of the side effects settle soon.

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cantab | @cantab | Oct 19, 2021
In reply to @peggyn "If I go to a state where they have the medical cannabis will I be able..." + (show)
@peggyn

If I go to a state where they have the medical cannabis will I be able to purchase some ?? I do not have a medical card. Can I go into just any store and get it?

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You need to get a medical doctor to set you up for a medical card. The stores may be able to refer you to a medical card doctor.
I have one and was screened by a nurse practitioner.

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julkun | @julkun | Oct 20, 2021

Medical Marijuana did not work for me for my neuropathy in my feet. I tried THC based and non THC based. My guitar playing did improve though. Seriously, everyone is different. Whatever works, use it. Good luck.

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dantic123 | @dantic123 | Oct 20, 2021
In reply to @lorirenee1 "I would try different strains of marijuana. They can be different. You may also want to..." + (show)
@lorirenee1

I would try different strains of marijuana. They can be different. You may also want to try Kratom, which can also be quite relaxing and help pain. I get mine from Happy Hippo, on line. You buy a slow strain, which is quite relaxing and helps pain. Some CBD drops and salve, applied directly to the feet, can help. Not all Kratom or CBD drops are equal, in any way, so buying quality products are essential. I have done extensive research, and like the products I buy. The pain of neuropathy is so hard to bare. I wish you well. I try to keep as busy as I possibly can, and when it is way too much, I will do the CBD drops or Kratom. The darn meds for Neuropathy seem to do little. Good luck. Lori Renee

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I have neuropathy for over 25 years and found the only things that helps is oxycodone. I have been on it for 6 years now and it does work. I get a months supply from my Doctor for only 28 days. I tried all the others and this is the only one that actually works. THE DOWNSIDE is you get hooked. Even with what I take I worked at a rehab facility and taught not to use them or any other opioids. My doctor said at anytime I use marijuana I will be off the opioids prescribed by him and the pain center.
I suggest anyone not to get one them unless you such severity as I have it.
I stated earlier in another comment that I have found a DR. that hopefully will preform an operation on my legs to reduce pressure or compression of nerves. After I get this procedure and it works I will surely shout it out.

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julkun | @julkun | Oct 25, 2021
In reply to @dantic123 "I have neuropathy for over 25 years and found the only things that helps is oxycodone...." + (show)
@dantic123

I have neuropathy for over 25 years and found the only things that helps is oxycodone. I have been on it for 6 years now and it does work. I get a months supply from my Doctor for only 28 days. I tried all the others and this is the only one that actually works. THE DOWNSIDE is you get hooked. Even with what I take I worked at a rehab facility and taught not to use them or any other opioids. My doctor said at anytime I use marijuana I will be off the opioids prescribed by him and the pain center.
I suggest anyone not to get one them unless you such severity as I have it.
I stated earlier in another comment that I have found a DR. that hopefully will preform an operation on my legs to reduce pressure or compression of nerves. After I get this procedure and it works I will surely shout it out.

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Good luck

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dd68 | @dd68 | Jan 20 7:51am
In reply to @lorirenee1 "Is medical marijuana different than regular marijuana? I have smoked marijuana for neuropathy pain, and it..." + (show)
@lorirenee1

Is medical marijuana different than regular marijuana? I have smoked marijuana for neuropathy pain, and it totally helped the pain. However, I was "high." and I would not want to be high in order to get rid of pain. It's ok when I am desperate for pain relief, but I would not want it to be what I do to not be in pain on a regular basis. Because of this, I have used Kratom. Kratom really helps pain, without making me high. It works better than anything I know. However, I know I need to be careful using it. Marijuana will be legalized in Illinois in January. That will help me to decide if marijuana is something I want to use for pain. I am glad you are not in pain. Neuropathy can be so severe and horrid. It is good you are getting relief. Lori

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there is a product called Sprinkle. Its a THC only product. Look for THC Sprinkle. It is a product you can put on anything. I drink mine dissolved in coffee. Also mix it up in water and drink it chilled. A slight medicinal taste though rinses right out if you drink it in water only. No lingering aftertaste.
While I was in Canada found a THC only product that works like those Listerine Breath Strips. Just pop it in your mouth and it dissolves. Do it under the tongue for quicker effects.....though it works quickly. Here in Arizona, Sprinkle is a product you can find in dispensaries.... Enjoy

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sugarloaf65 | @sugarloaf65 | Jan 20 2:17pm

Try the tincture THC oil rubbed on your feet. There is also a paste/cream form but I haven't been able to get some yet!

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fred101 | @fred101 | Jan 21 7:56pm

Has anyone tried Duloxetine? My latest Dr. at the VA Medical Center suggested I try it for all the terrible pain.
I have taken a capsule for 6 days not and am always sick to my stomach, dizzy, and lots of nausea. Not sure how long I should give all this a try, but am desperate for any kind of help/advice I can get. Thank you 1031frs#gmail.com Semper Fi

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dckuke | @dckuke | Jan 21 10:25pm
In reply to @sugarloaf65 "Try the tincture THC oil rubbed on your feet. There is also a paste/cream form but..." + (show)
@sugarloaf65

Try the tincture THC oil rubbed on your feet. There is also a paste/cream form but I haven't been able to get some yet!

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After having had great results using a CBD and essential oils. I found the CBD much more effective in reducing neuropathy pain than the THC mixes. However, oral THC was much more effective in making neuropathy pain tolerable. CBD external and THC internal. This was only my personal experience after about 15 years of serious pain. Rather than treating this pain with the stronger narcotics... and have the agreement with all my doctors for my treatment plan.

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