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@fionasj 

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Medical cannabis

I've just resived my first prescription on medical cannabis. I'm nervous because I have had bad experiences with it in the past. I almost looking my partner last year. When my dad passed I smoked it all the time to escape (before MS diagnosis) so I pushed everyone away. I know it is going to be pos...
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@Laure 

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Medical cannabis for neuropathic pain

https://youtu.be/W2Aj0cCQQ9c?si=aotY8hQmsdCXHKaI
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Neuropathic pain, spasticity ,use of medical cannabis

https://youtu.be/t-1_M_pq8Mg?si=H3U1_5o3sbUEoTwT
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@Irish34 

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Medical Cannabis in Ireland

Has anyone here gotten prescribed it in Southern Ireland ? I was considering applying but I don’t want to bother if it’s a waste of time.
Dublin, Ireland
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@Laure 

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Medical cannabis, effect on ms

https://youtu.be/W2Aj0cCQQ9c?si=aotY8hQmsdCXHKaI
Edmonton, Canada

@jetski 

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jetski

Medical Cannabis

I've been suffering from spasticity in my leg since being diagnosed with MS. I have tried cannabis and I feel it really helps. I know this can be a sensitive subject but just wondered if anyone else uses Cannabis for MS related symptoms?
London, United Kingdom
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@AroAce 

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Medical cannabis

I am looking into getting a private prescription for medical cannabis. Have a private consultation next week. Just a bit anxious as uses over the counter cbd oil in past and just found my joints/muscles increased in stiffness. Will that affect my suitability Any one else on medical cannabis
Douglas, United Kingdom
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@Rav_MS 

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Getting Medical Cannabis

Has anybody got a Can Card to allow them to buy Cannabis legally? How difficult is it to get one? These 2 sites let you apply for a card 1. https://www.cancard.co.uk 2. https://www.medicancard.com/
London, United Kingdom
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@Mikey74 

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Does anyone have any idea how to get medical cannabis

Been trying to get my gp to prescribe medical cannabis but had no luck anyone got any ideas to convince them to help me
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@matthew 

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Sapphire Medical Cannabis Clinic - first month

I’ve just completed my first month with the Sterling Clinic and thought it may help anyone who was interested in finding out more. I take CBD oil orally twice per day and THC oil once per day. From August I’ll also be taking dried cannabis via a vape as and when required. The cost is currently £80 p...
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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