Going under the knife is never a good time. And no matter if it’s spinal surgery or tumor removal, surgery recovery can be painful. Doctors may prescribe opioid pain killers to treat pain after the procedure. But these drugs can be addictive and come with many side effects. As a result, many people want a different pain reliever. Relying on research that shows weed helps ease pain for other medical conditions, those who must get surgery want to know. Is it safe to use cannabis after surgery?
Opioids: An Addictive Option
The opioid epidemic is no longer some shady secret. Many in the United States suffer an addiction to these powerful pain relievers.
But many of them began the road to their addiction after being prescribed painkillers like oxycodone or hydrocodone after surgery.
Though many surgeons now hope to prescribe less of these drugs, some patients still face the consequences of these prescription painkillers.
But how about weed? Is it safe to use cannabis after surgery?
Pre-Operation: Know The Body
It only makes sense that prior to getting sliced open that rolling up a fat J and smoking some THC and CBD would not only ease anxiety but also put you in a place of comfort.
But don’t smoke weed before getting into that surgical gown. Smoking can have negative effects with anesthesia,
Smoking can also increase the amount of coughing and sputum in a person which can be an issue for surgery. If a very loyal user of Mary Jane, it is crucial to tell the doctors and anesthesiologists about your use.
It may seem crazy to talk to your doctor about using pot, but