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Medical Marijuana for Epilepsy

"Cannabidiol, or CBD, does not cause psychoactive effects and has shown promise in reducing seizures in some epileptics."

How Epilepsy Affects The Brain & Body

Epilepsy is a neurological disorder resulting in seizures that originate in the brain. Approximately 3.4 million people nationwide have epilepsy. The intensity and frequency of seizures varies from person to person. Some are mild, while others can be more debilitating, or even fatal. Some people are born with epilepsy. For others, it can develop over time. Epilepsy can also be triggered by illness or injury. Today, there is an increasing amount of research on the potential benefits of using marijuana to reduce seizures.

How Marijuana Reduces Epileptic Seizures

CBD is a cannabinoid in the marijuana plant that does not cause any psychoactive effects. It works with the body’s own endocannabinoid system to help regulate brain and nervous system functions, which are overstimulated in epileptics.

CBD has been shown to have anti-epileptic properties, prompting the FDA to approve it for use in treating some forms of epilepsy. Studies show that CBD is particularly useful for treating seizure disorders in children.

Controlling Seizures

The main goal in treating epilepsy is to reduce or control the frequency and intensity of seizures. Pharmaceutical anti-epileptic medications are usually the first line of treatment. Many patients may only need to take one medication, while others may require a combination of medications to bring seizures under control.

When medications fail to adequately control seizures, doctors may recommend surgery. These procedures focus on pinpointing and removing the area of the brain where seizures occur. Surgery is only considered if the affected area is small and won’t interfere with vital things like speech, vision, hearing, motor function, or memory.

Considering Treatment Options for Epilepsy

While both medication and surgeries are effective for many patients, both carry potential risks, ranging from mild to severe. Anti-seizure meds can cause fatigue, dizziness, motor, speech and memory problems. Serious side effects may include organ inflammation and depression or suicidal thoughts.

And patients should always understand the inherent risks of surgery, including anesthesia side effects and other potential complications. In rare cases, surgeries for epilepsy can alter cognitive abilities.

Many patients are interested in finding a more natural epilepsy treatment, with potentially fewer risks and side effects — and marijuana medicine may hold the key.

Adding Marijuana to Your Treatment Plan

In addition to CBD-based treatments approved by the FDA, studies continue to investigate the benefits of marijuana for both adult and pediatric patients with epilepsy. Particularly high-CBD, low-THC formulations, are widely accepted to be beneficial in treating some of the most debilitating forms of epilepsy.

If you’d like to learn more about how marijuana may benefit you or a loved one suffering from epilepsy, talk with your doctor. If you’re interested in getting your medical marijuana card, goodblend is here to help.

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