Gastrointestinal (GI) Disorders
Gastrointestinal (GI) Disorders, including functional bowel diseases that include Crohn’s disease, colitis, gastro-oesophagael reflux condition and irritable bowel syndrome. Patients that suffer from such disorders experience symptoms including chronic pain, cramping, diarrhea and weight loss.
Several recent surveys indicate that patients reported improvement in symptoms including a reduction in pain, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, and an increase in appetite.
The analgesic qualities of medical marijuana have been reported to help patients to relax, sleep and relieve the stress associated from the pain of the GI disorders. Finally, medical marijuana can help stimulate appetite and curb nausea.