Cancer
Cancer is a common condition which affects 1 in 2 people in the UK. Clinical evidence has found that medical cannabis has been of use in situations where traditional method has not helped, or when side effects from conventional treatments are severe (such as during chemotherapy and radiotherapy.)
Cancer related anxiety
Anxiety is a normal response to a stressful situation, particularly for patients being treated for cancer. However, when anxious thoughts become overpowering and interfere with day-to-day life, treatment should be explored. Anxiety has been linked with increasing feelings of pain while also impacting appetite, sleep and triggering nausea or vomiting.
Medical cannabis can provide relief with anxiety and fear related behaviours. The cannabinoids produce an anxiolytic-like effect, often bringing relief and calm to a patient when low doses of THC and CBD are prescribed.
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Cancer related appetite loss
Cancer related appetite loss can be a common side effect for patients with cancer. THC is known to stimulate the production of the hormone ‘ghrelin’ which regulates and triggers appetite. Medical cannabis has been known to help increase appetite and weight gain which, in most cases, is advantageous when a patient is undergoing cancer treatment.
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Cancer related pain
Pain is a common symptom in patients with Cancer and can be due to the condition itself, treatment or as a complication during remission. Dealing with pain can have both a physical and psychological impact which is very important to achieve a good outcome. This can present itself as anxiety, depression, or loss of independence.
For those dealing with cancer related pain, medical cannabis can be a useful option in treating the pain whilst trying to minimise side effects such as constipation and nausea.
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Cancer related depression
Feelings of sadness and worry are normal for those with cancer, particularly during diagnosis or treatment. However, if feelings of low mood persist for longer than 2 weeks, medical and /or holistic treatment for depression can be explored. Depression can cover a wide range of psychological and physical symptoms as well as having an impact on a patient’s social life.
Research has found that patients who suffer from depression commonly have a low level of endocannabinoids thus triggering low mood. Medical cannabis can be beneficial in supporting the body through delivering additional cannabinoids to help regulate the body and alleviate the symptoms of depression.
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In 2018, the law changed so that products containing cannabis could be prescribed for medicinal use.
Its reclassification as a schedule two controlled drug now means it is considered to have therapeutic benefits and can be prescribed by a specialist doctor.