Hi,I am Dr. Alexander H. Sheppe (Psychiatrist). I will be looking into your question and guiding you through the process. Please write your question below.
Does Taking Marijuana Affect The Recovery Of The Hand Post Surgery?
Hello I had a surgery on my hand in which I cut the tendons on my pinky and ring finger and I had it stitched up. My hand is in recovery on a cast and I was wondering if smoking or vaping marijuana will negatively affect me. I was taking pain medication and it had no effect on me whatsoever.
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
Yes, but probably not to an amount that is noticeable. Smoking lowers circulation so areas get less oxygen and nutrients to heal. If someone has circulation issues this is important. Feet have single blood supply into them but hands have two. There are a lot of people with bad foot and leg circulation, and almost nobody with hand circulation problems.
I hope I have answered your query. Let me know if you have any further questions. Regards, Dr. Matt Wachsman
I find this answer helpful
You found this answer helpful
Note: For further guidance on mental health, Click here.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
We use cookies in order to offer you most relevant experience and using this website you acknowledge that you have already read and understood our
Privacy Policy
Does Taking Marijuana Affect The Recovery Of The Hand Post Surgery?
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Yes, but probably not to an amount that is noticeable. Smoking lowers circulation so areas get less oxygen and nutrients to heal. If someone has circulation issues this is important. Feet have single blood supply into them but hands have two. There are a lot of people with bad foot and leg circulation, and almost nobody with hand circulation problems. I hope I have answered your query. Let me know if you have any further questions. Regards, Dr. Matt Wachsman