Saturday, March 7, 2009

Drug Abuse: The Signs, Symptoms And Side Effects Of Marijuana





The Signs, Symptoms and Side Effects of Marijuana

Author: Lorna Darden

Marijuana is the flower, leaves, bud and branches of the hemp plant. Marijuana is the most used drug in the USA besides alcohol and cigarettes. It can be smoke or eaten for its narcotic side effects. Though you can smoke to get the high, eating it takes longer to feel the effected. When smoked this drug stays in the lungs for a few seconds and can last in your urine for up to 5-10 days. It can take between four to six weeks to leave your body. Smoking weed, which is another name for this drug, can cause numerous side effects.




It can cause:




Sleepiness




Hangover




Drowsiness




Slowed reaction




Short term memory




Increased heart rate




Increased blood pressure




Bronchitis




Chronic coughing




Increased risk of bronchitis and emphysema




Change in appetite




Diarrhea




Nausea




Sweating




Decreased body temperature




Depressed immune system




Dry mouth and throat




Lack of energy




Irritated eyes and soar throat




Hallucinations




Chemicals from the marijuana are stored in the blood stream and brain. The withdrawal effects from this drug are tremors, weight loss, nausea, sweating, hot flashes, diarrhea, and loss of appetite. chemicals which are transformed into 2,000 other chemicals when smoked. A person that is a heavy user, it can take up to three months for the drug to leave the body.





The potency of marijuana has increased by 275% over the last decade. It can range in colors of grey, green, brown, red and pale yellow. If marijuana has no seeds in it, it is more potent. Five joints have the cancer-causing capacity as 112 cigarettes. Because this drug affects the lungs, anyone who smokes it has a higher chance of developing lung cancer. It can also lower the testosterone in men.




Many think that this drug is not as harmful as other drugs, but this drug is dangerous to the body just like any other form of drugs. It can weaken your immune system and prevent it from fighting off colds, flu and other viruses. In women, the drug can interfere with ovulation, menstrual cycle, fertility and DNA. In male, it can cause impotence, swollen breasts that may come with pain, discharge and fluids. Despite the harsh side effects marijuana is legal is some states and prescribe to patients with certain medical conditions.




If you or someone you know, has an addiction. Please seek help life will get greater.





About the Author:

I'm a wife and mom of three beautiful children. I live in ILLinois USA. I have been an online marketer for two years and have been writing articles for a year. My main subjects are business and health.

Article Source: http://www.articlesbase.com/addictions-articles/the-signs-symptoms-and-side-effects-of-marijuana-725542.html

No comments: