Cannabis users are so used to being 'shamed' that many have a knee-jerk response to accurate medical information. I want to recognize the people who take the time to be informed & aware, fighting the urge to reject information they find discomforting. https://t.co/wPk0LftPIL
Cannabis smoking and respiratory health: consideration of the literature.
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Discussions reflect a high level of interest and engagement through references to scientific studies and detailed critiques of cannabis's respiratory effects, such as increased tar inhalation and immune system impacts. The tone varies from cautionary to investigative, highlighting both scientific findings and social reactions to this information, emphasizing how research influences perceptions about cannabis safety.
Most discussions acknowledge the potential negative health effects of cannabis smoking, aligning with the article's findings on airway inflammation and immunoregulation impacts.
The discussions exhibit high curiosity, with users sharing studies, personal opinions, and references to related research, indicating a strong engagement with the topic.
Many participants critically analyze the health implications, share links to scientific studies, and respond to others' points, demonstrating deep engagement.
While some users emphasize the importance of informing the public and healthcare providers, the overall perceived impact on policy or broader health awareness seems moderate rather than transformative.
Abstract in brief
- Cannabis smoke contains similar harmful and carcinogenic chemicals as tobacco smoke, but is inhaled more deeply, raising concerns about respiratory health.
- The current research on how cannabis smoking affects respiratory health is limited, necessitating further studies to better inform smokers and healthcare providers.
- This review examines the effects of cannabis, tobacco, and combined use on respiratory health, including conditions like chronic bronchitis and lung cancer, along with underlying biological mechanisms.]
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Most liked on X and Bluesky@ErikMessamoreMD @telecinetika I also made one on cannabis and the lung: https://t.co/9kRhCte7JH and cannabis and the heart: https://t.co/gYFtlY1NzK It's not my field (I work in diagnostic test development), but as you say, I can access the literature like anyone else.
RT @c0nc0rdance: Cannabis users are so used to being 'shamed' that many have a knee-jerk response to accurate medical information. I want…
@CrowdDemon @mythousandfaces @AddictionPolicy I made a video on it. https://t.co/9kRhCte7JH Also: Chem Res Toxicol. 2009 Aug;22(8):1406-14. "The genotoxicity of mainstream and sidestream marijuana and tobacco smoke condensates." https://t.co/KazmC8z5rl
@noeliehoward @ConorTMcGrane @lukeming It’s not harmless https://t.co/EFOmc3unUQ https://t.co/wzQo7kQw23
@Boofyre @Jognop @poejesci @AdyBarkan "...cannabis can have a negative impact on respiratory health. Smoking cannabis...long term is likely to cause increased cough & sputum production, damage to the mucosa and affects immunoregulation...is predisposed to lower respiratory tract infections." https://t.co/GbBvqpEqxP
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Still think #smoking #cannabis is safe? Well, #research found that #CannabisSmoking can result in #AirwayInflammation and #infection. This is because #cannabinoids affect the functioning #ImmuneCells like B & T #lymphocytes. #SayNoToSmoking! https://t.co/bs2RdiZi7n https://t.co/9HAsOaLd46
@noeliehoward @ConorTMcGrane @lukeming It’s not harmless https://t.co/EFOmc3unUQ https://t.co/wzQo7kQw23
RT @c0nc0rdance: Cannabis users are so used to being 'shamed' that many have a knee-jerk response to accurate medical information. I want…
Cannabis users are so used to being 'shamed' that many have a knee-jerk response to accurate medical information. I want to recognize the people who take the time to be informed & aware, fighting the urge to reject information they find discomforting. https://t.co/wPk0LftPIL
@Boofyre @Jognop @poejesci @AdyBarkan "...cannabis can have a negative impact on respiratory health. Smoking cannabis...long term is likely to cause increased cough & sputum production, damage to the mucosa and affects immunoregulation...is predisposed to lower respiratory tract infections." https://t.co/GbBvqpEqxP
@michaeljknowles Sorry y'all, he might be right: "This inhalation technique results in an approximately fivefold increase in carboxyhaemoglobin concentration, fourfold greater amount of tar inhaled and the retention of one third more tar in the lower airway." https://t.co/9FXq1FwfT1
@CrowdDemon @mythousandfaces @AddictionPolicy I made a video on it. https://t.co/9kRhCte7JH Also: Chem Res Toxicol. 2009 Aug;22(8):1406-14. "The genotoxicity of mainstream and sidestream marijuana and tobacco smoke condensates." https://t.co/KazmC8z5rl
@ErikMessamoreMD @telecinetika I also made one on cannabis and the lung: https://t.co/9kRhCte7JH and cannabis and the heart: https://t.co/gYFtlY1NzK It's not my field (I work in diagnostic test development), but as you say, I can access the literature like anyone else.
@sodrobniac1 @SlobodarskaSrbi https://t.co/ILkqrNbUMP https://t.co/jPMFFu62Zz https://t.co/jTa2fVArjW https://t.co/V5FOGiHi7U Obrazuj se, pa razmisli opet.
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