Really interesting article.
I wanted to ask if anyone has had any recent experience with cannabis-based therapies. There seem to be so many different opinions and personal experiences out there. Have any of you noticed changes in symptoms, good or bad? It would be great to hear how people are getting on with it now and if anything new has worked for you.
I’ve tried CBD oils with mixed results, but some people swear by cannabis strains with a balanced THC/CBD ratio for better symptom relief. Growing your own can give you more control over what you’re using, and if you’re considering that, https://fastbuds.com/news/top-10-autoflowering-strains-to-grow-outdoors has some good info on strains that are easier to grow outside. Strain choice seems to make a big difference for some, especially regarding relaxation and sleep.
Absolutely.
There number of strains out there have become ludicrous.
It seems as if anyone with a plant has created a new variety.
If you can find simply the origional type of cannabis, that should be great.
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Old thread, but adding my experience. My father has Parkinson’s and appetite loss was a real struggle, he’d forget to eat, lost weight, and his energy dropped badly.
In the UK, we don’t have dabs or dispensaries like in the US. What helped him was a prescribed THC oil. He takes it in the evening, and within an hour he actually wants to eat. Not a cure, but keeping weight on made a real difference in his energy levels and overall mood.
The science behind appetite stimulation is well documented. For anyone caring for a Parkinson’s patient, it’s worth asking a specialist about.
Many thanks for this Clive, an interesting read and website.
My specialist won’t prescribe it. I need a stri8ng pain killer so I’m filling myself with harm. Afraid to buy on line in case it’s not safe. Any advice
Can you buy in uk
Have been prescribed cannabis for 4 years for chronic pain prior to my PD diagnosis.
I’m not tremor dominant, but it can do wonders for tremors. See video below showing severe debilitating tremors being completely controlled by cannabis.
https://youtu.be/JKvgIH6Tydw?is=4-Aj0VchfnlutGaM
For me so far it helps loads with sleep, I sleep the best I’ve slept in years currently. It’s great for anxiety and general mood, and if you suffer from nausea or headaches I don’t think there is anything better you could use.
I don’t think it’s for everyone though, but worth the try to see if it helps you.
I am watching this carefully,
I don’t know if it Available in Scotland as we have a different set of controls called the SMC . But should I decide to go down this road
I hope it is.
I’ve seen CBD help some with anxiety and sleep, while balanced THC strains eased tremors. Getting a UK prescription can be tough, but growing your own autoflowers gives more control.
try medicann or releaf, both offer a safe and regulated service. i use medicann and use a thc oil, which has been incredibly helpul to me. i was getting around 2-4 hours sleep a night some nights only 1 hour, which is soul destroying and debilitating as you cant function during the day. now i get between 6 - 7.5 hours a night. Like others have said it might not work for you, but worth trying. I had tried ( excuse the spellings ) melatonin, mirtazapin and rasagalin all with side effects and i get none of those with the oil
try medicann or releaf - i use medicann, as the consultation is free and was quite a straightforward process
I’ve found same day weed Delivery helpful for getting consistent, lab-tested products when access to prescriptions is limited. Their discreet service makes it easier to try different strains for managing symptoms like tremors and appetite loss.