What are the benefits and risks of using medical marijuana for cancer related symptoms?

Topics: Palliation • Medical Oncology • Integrative Medicine • Medical marijuana • Cancer-related Side Effects

There are many delivery methods of cannabis, including smoking, ingesting it through food, or inhaling it. Is one method more effective than another?

Answer from: Medical Oncologist at Community Practice

The 2020 ASCO Antiemetic guidelines state that the evidence remains insufficient to recommend medical marijuana for either prevention or treatment of N/V in patients receiving chemotherapy or radiation therapy.There is insufficient evidence to recommend inhaled cannabis for cancer-related side effec...

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