Can i inhale marijuana through a vaporizer if i have bad asthma?
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I dont have asthma but I have been doing some research on vaporizers and I have some links I can post for you on research and discussion about vaporizers and their health effects.\n\nThis link is a msg board post on a vapor forum dealing with Cystic Fibrosis and vaporizers\nhttp://www.vaporinfo.com/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=108\n\nhere is a link to some studies made of vaporizers\nhttp://www.vaporinfo.com/scientific-stuff.php\n\nhere is an article on the Marijuana Water Pipe and Vaporizer Study. Dated September 2000\nhttp://www.growkind.com/vaporizer-study.html\n\nHere is a link to a study dated 2003 which covers the volcano vaporizer.  Its really detailed and a good read.\nhttp://www.maps.org/mmj/Gieringer-vaporizer.pdf\n\nHere is a wiki on vaporizer which touches on health benefits and links to studies\nhttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vaporizer
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You need to use your Ventolin for relief of symptoms and another i use asmacorte or becloforte as a preventer, don't just take it for a few days at a time, this is a lifetime thing! When using any inhaler always brush and or rinse your mouth out as using them and steroids can cause oral thrush. Prednisolone is great for when you have a bad bout of asthma and should be taken as directed by your Dr and not used long term as it can cause high blood pressure, heart problems, high cholesterol, thinning of the skin, mood swings. The smoking will more than likely cause an attack, i always ask people not to smoke round me, not sure if you can do that with the people you work with. If you follow and keep up your asthma treatment yes you can live a normal life, i have been asthmatic since i was 1 year old, i am now 40. I do sports, had children, travel, live a normal life. You be in control of the asthma, not the asthma in control of you!
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get yourself some pennyroyal; but, be very careful not to allow a lactating or pregnant mother use the herb...for them it would be dangerous...for you it will dry up your lungs tremendously
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Yes, smaller doses act as a bronchial dialator.  When you smoke heavily, it acts in the oppostie way and irritaites the breathing way.  I have asthma and it did help IN SMALL DOSES.  I had a problem limiting myself becasue I wouldn't get high with the smaller doses though
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Psilocybin breaks down when put into high heat, so smoking shrooms would be a waste, and is also probably not very good for your lungs. Mushrooms are meant to be eaten or brewed into tea, you should consult your mother or physician about your allergy, avoid mushrooms in the same genus as those you are allergic too, and if you do decide to consume them do it in a very small amount, to make sure you dont react badly.\n\nhappy trips\npeace
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No, marijuana can't cause Omenn's Syndrome since it is an inherited disorder.
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You for real?  Asthma sufferers are the last people that should smoke - YES it will make it worse.
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I'm kinda ticked off.  Apparently, I've reached my daily limit of questions on here.  See here's my problem... my breath really stinks.  I was thinking about going and brushing my teeth or at least swishing some Scope around, but I'm pretty lazy and the bathroom is like 40 feet away.  Plus, I'll probably have dinner within the hour and I don't want the toothpaste taste mixin' w/ my chicken and/or asparagus.  I was gonna ask for insight into my predicament but lo and behold Yahoo Answers provides no answer.  Jerks.  What's this question about?  Marijuana?  Well, I guess if I was smokin' weed right now I wouldn't be so worried about my bad breath.
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No! However, after inhaling it for a certain period of time you will feel like you're high, then you will get some very bad head pains and feel a little faint.Trust me i know! I've tried it many times.
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Yes, I am a daughter of two smokers and a Respiratory Therapist. It decreases lung volumes, making you more short of breath, can cause asthma attacks, make you more suseptable to catching respiratory infections, and so on...its just as bad as for you if not worse than the person smoking
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Yes!!  I developed Asthma at age 53, and I have never smoked.\n\nAlthough both my parents were very heavy smokers.  Actually, I found out that Asthma can be caused by a large amount of particulates in the air such as dust.
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Hi There\n\nHere are some answers regarding Asthma.\n\nCause: \nAsthma is caused by malnutrition. Only by diligent and consistent effort to change embedded habits will one get permanent relief. The cough is a result of nature's effort to expectorate mucus from the lungs, after which breathing becomes easier. Ofttimes the cause of asthma is basically a nervous condition because the nerves are irritated \n\nHerbal Aids: \n1. Convulsions: When a person is in a convulsion there are certain herbs that will give very fast relief. One of these is tincture of lobelia, and a valerian decoction with a little cayenne added to relieve spasms. If such an attack comes after a meal one should use an emetic, such as a large dose of lobelia or use the Yoga finger method. (see # 2 below) \n\n2. Yoga Finger Method: Drink several cups of warm water, then place the middle finger deep down the throat and press the tongue until regurgitation starts. Mustard is also good to clean the stomach and lungs. Prior to the emetic a peppermint or spearmint tea should be used to soothe the area and alleviate the discomfort of continual vomiting. Hot fomentation of castor oil, comfrey, lobelia, mullein, etc., may be placed over the stomach, liver, spleen and lung areas. Frequent hydrotherapy baths or lengthy sweat baths are beneficial, followed by a cold shower or sponging. \n\n3. Vapor Bath: Another helpful method is to take a vapor bath twice a week, inhaling steam from a decoction of cudweed ragwort, wormwood, or a decoction of the following herbs, taken warm, (equal parts) will prove very beneficial: elecampane root, horehounds, hyssop, skunk cabbage root, vervain, wild cherry bark (and to this preparation add tincture of lobelia or antispasmodic tincture. Clear the bowels with an injection of catnip or barberry bark. This affliction also calls for plenty of outdoor exercise, deep breathing, and good ventilation while sleeping. The whole body system should be built up with tonic herbs such as chickweed, comfrey, marshmallow, mullein, etc. Diet should be mostly fruits and vegetables, avoiding all processed devitalized foods. \n\n4. Dr. Christopher's Herbal Respiratory Formula: (Resp-Free) It is wonderful for asthma. This combination of herbs in tablet, tea and capsule form is an aid to relieve irritation in the respiratory tract--lungs and bronchial. This is an aid in Emphysema as well as other bronchial and lung congestion such as bronchitis, asthma, tuberculosis, etc. Suggested amount for an adult is a cup two or three times a day, or 2 or 3 capsules or tablets two or three times a day with a cup of comfrey tea. For additional help in the program, it is good to add three to six drops of tincture of lobelia to each cup of tea. This formula consists of comfrey root, mullein, chickweed, marshmallow root and lobelia. \n\n5. Dr. Christopher's Hay Fever Formula: (Sha Tea) It is good for asthma also. This combination is a natural herbal aid working as a decongestant and antihistamine to dry up sinuses and expel from the head and broncho pulmonary tubes and passages the offending stoppage and mucus. Combine this with the respiratory combination to speed up the process. The wise person will turn to fresh wholesome food and beverages to keep the body in a perfect state. This will guarantee permanent relief, by going to the cause. \n\n6. Elder: The inner bark is used, although it should be aged before used. The fresh bark is violently irritating and poisonous to children. It is specifically used for spasmodic asthma with copious phlegm and stringy mucus. For asthma, take a tablespoonful whenever an attack threatens. Powdered Cloves can alleviate excessive vomiting when using the bark. To avoid bowel cramps, add a tablespoonful of powdered Ginger to the infusion. (ShoA:58). \n\n7 Lobelia: Most people agree that Lobelia is a specific treatment for asthma, as well as other bronchial or spasmodic troubles. Because the herb removes obstructions, giving it when
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It's quicker to inhale THC then ingest it. The respiratory system generally absorbs quicker then circulatory and digestive, which involves the digestive process before you'd get any effects. A THC inhaler is actually a good idea, I think, but I don't know of any being invented. Smoking is probably a LOT easier then any other method of preparation.
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No, but boy that would be nice. My son and  I have Astma, but thankfully it's very mild.\n\nNow, I've heard of Athletes who've abused Albutrol to increase their lung functions. (Albutrol is a medication commonly in astmas inhailers)
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I always start by eating and drinking something that has vapors. Things like tea, and chicken noodle soup. Also a hot shower to unclog your lungs. Then take a swig of DayQuil and I'm usually good to go.
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My son asked his doctor the same question so I'll tell you what the Dr explained to him (keep in mind he was 8 at the time). ** When you breath air into your lungs and there is something in the air that doesn't agree with the little trees inside the lung your lungs will swell to prevent entry. That is what makes it hard for you to breath. You use your inhaler to help settle the little trees or to protect them so your lungs will open and allow air to enter. If you don't use your inhaler then you will not be able to get enough oxygen in your body which is used in your blood & brain (lack of O2 to the brain is what caused you to black out or get dizzy) to survive successfully. If you don't allow enough in your system then your breathing will get harder & you will then need to come into the hospital to be put on a machine to help reduce the swelling in your lungs untill your body has enough O2 again. ** If your inhaler doesn't help much or at all inquire about an inhaler called Pulmicort. You will take it once daily and it helps the inhaler to work better. Since my son (now 14) started using it he hasn't had an episode bad enough to go to the hospital. But since he knows when he has an increased chances of an episode he begins using it prior to the allergy season that effects him... Asthma isn't fun and I'm glad I only have one child that has the problem.
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Yeah if its bein inhaled