Darier’s disease, which is often referred to as DD or DAR, can result in skin lesions and so much more. If you have the condition, you may also have to deal with pain, inflammation, sleeping problemsDarier’s disease, which is often referred to as DD or DAR, can result in skin lesions and so much more. If you have the condition, you may also have to deal with pain, inflammation, sleeping problems and more. On top of this, the medications your doctor prescribes may come with their own set of undesirable ... Read More ›
Every year in America, approximately 31,000 people die from cirrhosis, according to Johns Hopkins Medicine. Many of these cases are due to chronic hepatitis C or liver disease from alcoholism. For theEvery year in America, approximately 31,000 people die from cirrhosis, according to Johns Hopkins Medicine. Many of these cases are due to chronic hepatitis C or liver disease from alcoholism. For the most part, cirrhosis of the liver is not curable. However, some patients receive a liver transplant. For the majority of patients suffering from ... Read More ›
The Arthritis Foundation tells us more than 100 types of arthritis exist. One form, degenerative arthritis, also known as osteoarthritis or OA, is the most common. About 30 million people have osteoarthritisThe Arthritis Foundation tells us more than 100 types of arthritis exist. One form, degenerative arthritis, also known as osteoarthritis or OA, is the most common. About 30 million people have osteoarthritis in the U.S., but almost everyone is affected by the age of 60, according to the Arthritis Foundation. This condition can be painful and lead ... Read More ›
Degenerative arthropathy is a challenging condition to live with. Simple tasks like walking, standing up and opening a jar can feel unbearable because of the pain corresponding with the condition. OnlyDegenerative arthropathy is a challenging condition to live with. Simple tasks like walking, standing up and opening a jar can feel unbearable because of the pain corresponding with the condition. Only some treatments provide sufferers with effective relief, so they turn to addictive pain relievers, anti-inflammatories and even surgery. Fortunately, medical marijuana for degenerative arthropathy ... Read More ›
Marijuana, for most of the past century, was dismissed as a drug of abuse. However, we’ve seen a resurgence in its use for medicinal purposes and public popularity in recent years. Medical perceptionMarijuana, for most of the past century, was dismissed as a drug of abuse. However, we’ve seen a resurgence in its use for medicinal purposes and public popularity in recent years. Medical perception of the herb as a potential treatment has increased, and it’s now being praised for its ability to treat a whole range ... Read More ›
Sleep disorders, including delayed sleep phase disorder (DSPD), are conditions that medical cannabis can be particularly helpful for. Because it impacts your sleep, DSPD can affect your quality of lifeSleep disorders, including delayed sleep phase disorder (DSPD), are conditions that medical cannabis can be particularly helpful for. Because it impacts your sleep, DSPD can affect your quality of life negatively. Symptoms such as insomnia, an inability to fall asleep and excessive daytime sleepiness — all often experienced by people with delayed sleep phase disorder ... Read More ›
If you’re struggling with alcoholism, you may already know about delirium tremens — and quite possibly already have experienced them. You are likely aware of the disabling effects they can bring on.If you’re struggling with alcoholism, you may already know about delirium tremens — and quite possibly already have experienced them. You are likely aware of the disabling effects they can bring on. Delirium tremens symptoms of nausea, vomiting, insomnia, mood changes and even seizures can take a toll on your quality of life. Fortunately, medical ... Read More ›
As a greater number of states begin to legalize medical marijuana use for qualifying conditions, more families are seriously considering the benefits this powerful herb offers to treat their elderly familyAs a greater number of states begin to legalize medical marijuana use for qualifying conditions, more families are seriously considering the benefits this powerful herb offers to treat their elderly family members who are starting to show cognitive decline. If you’re taking care of a loved one with dementia, you know it’s not easy. You ... Read More ›
Dermatomyositis is a rare inflammatory disease characterized by muscle weakness and a rash. As you may know already, marijuana is good medicine for inflammation and the pain that often goes along withDermatomyositis is a rare inflammatory disease characterized by muscle weakness and a rash. As you may know already, marijuana is good medicine for inflammation and the pain that often goes along with it. But did you know the compounds in this plant can regulate immune cell activity too? There’s a lot of science behind the ... Read More ›
More than nine percent of Americans have diabetes, or over 30 million people, according to the American Diabetes Association (ADA). An additional 84 million have prediabetes, which can progress to typeMore than nine percent of Americans have diabetes, or over 30 million people, according to the American Diabetes Association (ADA). An additional 84 million have prediabetes, which can progress to type 2 diabetes. While it is possible to live a full, healthy life with diabetes, the disease can also be life-threatening, especially when you don’t manage ... Read More ›
