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Will Using Medical Marijuana Post Gallbladder Removal Affect Me Differently Than Before?
I had my gallbladder removed about 3 weeks ago due to Cholesterolosis, I occasionally use Medical Marijuana for my PTSD and sleep disorder. I almost feel absolutely fine besides some soreness as my surgeon stated was normal for a few weeks. I was wondering if it would have any affect differently on my body than before? Thanks!
Mon, 3 Jun 2024
Hello,
You should continue to take all the prescribed medicines by your treating Surgeon for relieve of pain and soreness. You have history of sleeping disorder and PTSD for which you want to take medical marijuana. I can understand your concern. After gallstone removal symptoms like abdominal pain, bloating, nausea, and digestive issues continue for quite some time.
If you take medical marijuana, the above-mentioned symptoms may be triggered making you restless. It occurs due to Cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome (CHS): In people who use marijuana repeated episodes of nausea, vomiting and bloating and abdominal pain are seen to occur. Moreover, marijuana is addictive. It may relieve pain but apart from causing digestive issues it causes memory, depression and many psychological problems.
Sleep disorder can be relieved by avoiding taking caffeine, alcohol & not taking naps in the afternoon. Stop working on computer and relax 2-3 hours before going to bed. Go to bed only when sleepy. To manage and alleviate PTSD, contact a psychotherapist for CBT, cognitive processing therapy and other tools of assistance like massage therapy, aroma therapy, etc.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Nupur K., General & Family Physician
You should continue to take all the prescribed medicines by your treating Surgeon for relieve of pain and soreness. You have history of sleeping disorder and PTSD for which you want to take medical marijuana. I can understand your concern. After gallstone removal symptoms like abdominal pain, bloating, nausea, and digestive issues continue for quite some time.
If you take medical marijuana, the above-mentioned symptoms may be triggered making you restless. It occurs due to Cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome (CHS): In people who use marijuana repeated episodes of nausea, vomiting and bloating and abdominal pain are seen to occur. Moreover, marijuana is addictive. It may relieve pain but apart from causing digestive issues it causes memory, depression and many psychological problems.
Sleep disorder can be relieved by avoiding taking caffeine, alcohol & not taking naps in the afternoon. Stop working on computer and relax 2-3 hours before going to bed. Go to bed only when sleepy. To manage and alleviate PTSD, contact a psychotherapist for CBT, cognitive processing therapy and other tools of assistance like massage therapy, aroma therapy, etc.
Take care. Hope I have answered your question. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Nupur K., General & Family Physician
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