We know it’s illegal, but
MY wife has multiple sclerosis and I’d like to try her on cannabis. I know it’s illegal, but would it help?
I am not sure I can – or should – answer this question. I can only prescribe what is legally allowed. I know there is a body of opinion from sufferers and others that cannabis might be useful. There is also a thought that the relaxant effect of taking a drug has its own impact on the symptoms. I would, however, say that there are a lot of new treatments coming along for multiple sclerosis which, for some people, are quite useful. Between your GP and hospital unit you should seek advice about managing your condition. I FELL off my bike a few months ago and landed on my hand. I thought it was a sprain. It’s mostly fine except when I put large amounts of pressure or lift heavy weights. Is it something worse than a sprain?
It is often surprising how long soft tissue injuries can take to mend. Unfortunately they don’t always recover fully. Simple pain relief and keeping active is always useful. If you think your disability is more than you would normally expect, you may wish to get a medical assessment. I HAVE an incredible amount of saliva which I have to spit out. What could it be?
Usually, if our body appears to have too much of something, it is because we are producing more than normal, or draining less well. Of course, there is always a spectrum from the low end of production to the high end so there will be variation from person to person. If we have a problem with the lips or the seal of the mouth there can be overflow. This can happen especially if you wear dentures or the shape of your face changes, say through paralysis or a stroke. I HAVE constant feelings as if my stomach is knotted, and I feel lightheaded when I walk. The doctor has prescribed anti- depressants, but I’m wary of taking them.
You mention a couple of physical symptoms which I am sure