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The Successful Use of Medical Marijuana for Chronic Pain: A Comprehensive Overview

"The evidence is overwhelming that marijuana can relieve certain types of pain, nausea, vomiting, and other symptoms caused by such illnesses as multiple sclerosis, cancer, and AIDS — or by the harsh drugs sometimes used to treat them. And it can do so with remarkable safety." - Joycelyn Elders, former Surgeon General of the United States The Vegan Project Global Chronic pain is a pervasive health issue affecting millions of individuals worldwide, significantly impacting their quality of life. While U.S. federal law prohibits the use of marijuana, several states have embraced medical marijuana as an alternative treatment for chronic pain and other debilitating conditions. This article delves into the successful use of medical marijuana for chronic pain, exploring its benefits, legal status, safety considerations, available forms, and Mayo Clinic's perspective. Medical marijuana, also known as medical cannabis, refers to products derived from the Cannabis sativa plant use...