Since 2015, medical marijuana has been legal in Texas, and in 2019, the list of conditions it can be used to treat was expanded.
Now, the Texas Cannabis Clinic is helping Texans get a prescription over the phone. They work withDr. Matthew Brimberry explained to some residents at a local retirement community how he’s in favor of medical marijuana since he said he’s seen patients relieved of seizures and chronic pain.
“There is excellent research out there on how cannabis can reduce chronic pain, muscle, spasms, and neuropathy,” Dr. Brimberry said.“Safety was the biggest aspect, immediate safety. I don’t want to take anything that’s going to jeopardize my last years. I’m proud that I’m very productive and healthy and grateful for that and I certainly don’t want to do anything to hamper that,” he explained why he wanted to hear more information from Dr. Brimberry.
The Mayo Clinic cautions marijuana impairs judgment and coordination and it could worsen manic symptoms, psychosis or depression in those with a history of mental health disorders.Nausea and vomiting associated with cancer treatment
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