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Having Aching Leg, Buttocks And Ankle. Is This The Cause For Giving Up Cannabis?
Hi there,i have recently given up smoking cannabis am on day 6.i have been a heavy user for 15 years smoking almost everyday.today my leg started aching from my buttocks to ankle and is making me walk with a slight limp.it's only on my right side but is like a nagging pain and am findind it painful to bend down.have never really had this before which makes me wonder if it is related to me giving up cannabis could that be the case or any idea what is?
Thu, 13 Jun 2013
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Thanks for writing to us.
After giving up cannabis, the pains that you have are likely to be due to arthritis and vitamin D3 deficiency. This is not related to cannabis intake. Do get a blood test done to confirm.
I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. You can consult me again directly through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Regards,
Dr. Praveen Tayal
drtayal72@gmail.com
Thanks for writing to us.
After giving up cannabis, the pains that you have are likely to be due to arthritis and vitamin D3 deficiency. This is not related to cannabis intake. Do get a blood test done to confirm.
I hope this information has been both informative and helpful for you. You can consult me again directly through my profile URL http://bit.ly/Dr-Praveen-Tayal
Regards,
Dr. Praveen Tayal
drtayal72@gmail.com
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