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Causees / Predispositions Symptoms Traditional Treatments Treatment with Cannabis Medicine 01 Causes / Predispositions There is no known cause for ASD, nor is there a medical test for the diagnosis of ASD. It is believed to be a neuro-developmental disability with possible genetic and/or neurological causes. Males are nearly 3 times more likely to be … Read more

Causes / Predispositions Symptoms Traditional Treatments Treatment with Cannabis Medicine 01 Causes / Predispositions The cause(s) of IBD are currently unknown. Patient risk factors include: Use of NSAIDS Poor Diet Cigarette Smoking Family History 02 Symptoms Severity of symptoms can vary from patient to patient. Patients may experience constant symptoms while others may experience more … Read more

Symptoms Traditional Treatments / Care Options Treatment with Cannabis Medicine 01 Symptoms Terminal patients and those receiving end of life care may present a variety of symptoms such as: Chronic Pain Sleep Disturbance Shortness of Breath Nausea and Vomiting Delirium Anxiety Depression Fatigue Lack of Strength Loss of Appetite Loss of Focus/Concentration Inability to Perform … Read more

Causes / Predispositions Symptoms Traditional Treatments Treatment with Cannabis Medicine 01 CAUSES / PREDISPOSITIONS Insomnia can result from a number of factors such as: Age (60 and over) Gender (More Common in Females) Stress/Trauma Travel Work/Social Schedules Excessive Caffeine Intake Excessive Alcohol Consumption Eating Before Bed Side Effects of Certain Medications Additionally, certain medical conditions … Read more

Causes / Predispositions Symptoms Traditional Treatments Treatment with Cannabis Medicine 01 Causes / Predispositions No clear cause is known, however multiple factors can contribute to a patient’s overall anxiety including: Genetics Overactive Thyroid Personality Traits Excessive Alcohol Consumption 02 Symptoms While symptoms vary, anxiety sufferers may experience any of the following: Physical Symptoms Bodily Tension … Read more

Causes / Predispositions Symptoms Traditional Treatments Treatment with Cannabis Medicine 01 Causes / Predispositions The exact cause(s) of MS are unknown. Factors that may contribute to MS include: Genetic Predisposition Gender (More Common in Female Patients) Environmental Factors Age (Commonly Diagnosed Between Ages 20-40) 02 Symptoms Common symptoms include: Muscle Spasticity Chronic Pain Neuropathic Pain … Read more

Causes / Predispositions Symptoms Traditional Treatments Treatment with Cannabis Medicine 01 Causes / Predispositions While no exact cause(s) are known, factors that can contribute to the onset of migraines include genetic predisposition, gender, and triggers such as: Stress Loud Noises Bright Lights Certain Foods Lack of Sleep/Poor Sleep Quality Alcohol Consumption 02 Symptoms Migraine symptoms … Read more

Causes / Predispositions Symptoms Traditional Treatments Treatment with Cannabis Medicine 01 Causes / Predispositions Neuropathic pain does not always have a clear cause. Factors that can contribute to neuropathic pain include: Nerve Damage Resulting from Prior Injury Nerve Damage Resulting from Surgery Diabetic Neuropathy Multiple sclerosis Cancer Chemotherapy Stroke Amputation (Phantom Limb) Infection (Shingles, HIV) … Read more

Causes / Predispositions Symptoms Traditional Treatments Treatment with Cannabis Medicine 01 Causes / Predispositions The exact cause of IBS is unknown, but it can affect approximately 1 in 5 individuals. Many factors are thought to play a role in IBS, including: Gender (More Common in Females) Chronic Bowel Inflammation Overly Sensitive Nerves in Bowel Psychological … Read more

Causes / Predispositions Symptoms Traditional Treatments Treatment with Cannabis Medicine 01 Causes / Predispositions Chronic pain related to cancer is often the result of tumor(s) applying pressure to soft tissue, organs, nerves and/or bones. Additional cancer related causes of pain include: Biopsies/Lumbar Puncture Bleeding Tumor Bones Damage from Steroidal Medications Burning Around Injection Sites Deep … Read more