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The Relationship Between the Endocannabinoid System and Anxiety

The endocannabinoid system (ECS) is a cellular communication system that regulates several physiological processes, such as mood, anxiety, and stress. The endocannabinoid system (ECS) consists of endocannabinoids, cannabinoid receptors, and enzymes. Endocannabinoids are endogenous substances synthesized by the body. Anandamide (AEA) and 2-arachidonoylglycerol (2-AG) are the most widely recognized endocannabinoids. Cannabinoid receptors are membrane-bound proteins …

Evaluating the Potential of Cannabis for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Treatment

The possibility of cannabis as a treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is attracting more and more research. Exposure to a stressful experience can lead to the development of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Anxiety, despair, nightmares, flashbacks, and other symptoms may manifest in those who have post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Evidence that cannabis helps alleviate …

Treatment with Cannabis for Glaucoma

The adjunctive use of cannabis in glaucoma patients has demonstrated efficacy in decreasing intraocular pressure (IOP). IOP is the intraocular fluid pressure, and an elevated IOP is a significant risk factor for glaucoma. After cataracts, glaucoma ranks as the second leading cause of blindness worldwide, impacting over 60 million individuals. The most prevalent form of …

Cannabis as a Treatment for Multiple Sclerosis

MS is an autoimmune disease that damages the myelin sheath, which is the covering that protects nerve impulses. This damage can make it hard for messages from the brain to the rest of the body. This can cause several symptoms, such as Feeling tired or weakFeeling numb and tinglyBeing stiffHaving trouble walking and keeping your …