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Frequent cannabis use linked to more severe epilepsy
Original: Frequent cannabis use tied to more severe epilepsy
New research reported by Medical Xpress suggests that people with epilepsy who use cannabis frequently may experience more severe symptoms. The findings run counter to the common perception of cannabis as a potential treatment for seizures, adding nuance to an ongoing debate among doctors and patients about medical cannabis use.
Why now: The finding challenges the widespread belief that cannabis helps epilepsy, prompting discussion among patients and clinicians.
Evidence
- Frequent cannabis use tied to more severe epilepsy · WashU Medicine
- Frequent cannabis use tied to more severe epilepsy · Medical Xpress
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