Cannabis and Multiple Sclerosis

Multiple Sclerosis or MS as it is better known, is a long lasting and progressively debilitating condition.  It can damage the brain, spinal cord and immune system.  The most common symptoms of MS are fatigue, walking difficulties, numbness and tingling in the face, body or extremities, weakness, vision problems, muscle spasms, vertigo, bladder dysfunction, pain and depression.  There is no cure for MS.  The patient is prescribed immunosuppressant drugs, which offer little help for the day-to-day symptoms.  These drugs also come with some unpleasant side effects including an increased risk for infection, high blood pressure and weight gain.

Medical marijuana can give some relief to Multiple Sclerosis patients.  Studies show it can treat MS Symptoms like stiffness, muscle spasms, overactive bladder, nerve pain, helps digestion, insomnia, lifts mood and reduces blurry vision.

The best strains for MS are Critical Mass, Irene OG, Super Sour Diesel, Russian Assassin and Sojoy Haze.

Talk with your Sticky Saguaro Patient Advisor for any questions you may have in selecting a strain to help manage your Multiple Sclerosis symptoms.