Is Marijuana Intake Advisable For A Patient Suffering From Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm?

Posted on Sun, 31 Jan 2016

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Question : I have a Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm and have medical marijuana, I am looking for multiple opinions on the matter between if its safe, & what method is the safest

Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (4 minutes later)

Hello.

I think you should refrain from it.

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar

Follow up: Dr. Dr. Kakkar (3 minutes later)

Is there any specific reason why besides its a "drug"? Im looking for concrete medical reasons since it lowers my blood pressure and cures my anxiety and insomnia. So im wondering what marijuana specifially does to an aneurysm. Thanks

Answered by Dr. Dr. Kakkar (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Marijuana can cause cardiovascular fluctuations

Detailed Answer:
Hi.

Marijuana use is associated with increased heart rate and fluctuations in blood pressure which can be dangerous in an aneurysm patient.
I suggest you to ask an internal medicine specialist Or a cardiologist for more information on this.

Regards

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar