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( skip to End )  |   ( next )  |   the Info ...    |     ( prev )  |   ( go to Top )    Info on Multiple Sclerosis and Medical Cannabis  ImmunoScience, Inc. (biz, links?)   xxx   visit: xxx Cannabinoids in Multiple Sclerosis Trial (online) Study results.  Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a disease of the nervous system which affects as many as one person out of 800 in the population, especially young adults.  When MS has been active for some years it can cause muscle stiffness and spasms, pain, fatigue, difficulty passing urine and tremor.  There is as yet no cure for the disease, but there are an increasing number of treatments to help relieve some of these distressing symptoms. Cannabis has been used medicinally for over 2000 years and was available for medical use in the UK until 1971 when it was reclassified as a "schedule one drug", meaning that it is regarded as having no medical value.  Medical uses in the past used to include relief of pain, cramps, nausea, and fits. ... Recently many sufferers from multiple sclerosis have reported that using cannabis (illegally) has helped their symptoms, especially those of muscle spasms. ...  visit: http://www.cannabis-trial.plymouth.ac.uk/ Cannabis for multiple sclerosis (article)   “The perceived effects of smoked cannabis on patients with multiple sclerosis” by Consroe P, Musty R, Rein J, Tillery W, Pertwee R., Department of harmacology/Toxicology, University of Arizona Health Sciences Center, Tucson 85721-0207, USA. * consroe@pharmacy.arizona.edu * Eur Neurol 1997; 38(1):44-8.   ABSTRACT - Fifty-three UK and 59 USA people with multiple sclerosis (MS) answered anonymously the first questionnaire on cannabis use and MS. From 97 to 30% of the subjects reported cannabis improved (in descending rank order): spasticity, chronic pain of extremities, acute paroxysmal phenomenon, tremor, emotional dysfunction, anorexia/weight loss, fatigue states, double vision, sexual dysfunction, bowel and bladder dysfunctions, vision dimness, dysfunctions of walking and balance, and memory loss.  The MS subjects surveyed have specific therapeutic reasons for smoking cannabis.  The survey findings will aid in the design of a clinical trial of cannabis or cannabinoid administration to MS patients or to other patients with similar signs or symptoms. ... delight Cannabis and schizophrenia Cannabinoids/Parkinson's disease Cannabinoids in multiple sclerosis model Cannabis and cannabinoids for multiple sclerosis ...  visit: http://www.cannabis.net/multiple-sclerosis/ Cannabis in multiple sclerosis model  (article)   Cannabinoids control spasticity and tremor in a multiple sclerosis model” by Baker D, Pryce G, Croxford JL, Brown P, Pertwee RG, Huffman JW, Layward L.; Department of Neurochemistry, Institute of Neurology, University College London, UK. * D.Baker@ion.ucl.ac.uk * Nature 2000 Mar 2; 404(6773):84-7.  ABSTRACT - Chronic relapsing experimental allergic encephalomyelitis (CREAE) is an autoimmune model of multiple sclerosis.  Although both these diseases are typified by relapsing-remitting paralytic episodes, after CREAE induction by sensitization to myelin antigens Biozzi ABH mice also develop spasticity and tremor.  These symptoms also occur during multiple sclerosis and are difficult to control.  This has prompted some patients to find alternative medicines, and to perceive benefit from cannabis use. ... newt? Stoned chocaholics? The nectar of delight Cannabis for multiple sclerosis? Cannabis and cannabinoids for multiple sclerosis. ...  visit: http://www.cannabis.net/multiple-sclerosis/creae.html Medicinal Cannabis - Multiple Sclerosis, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (online) Cannabis and Multiple Sclerosis.  Multiple sclerosis is a disease of the brain and spinal cord caused by demyelination (loss of the insulating sheath) of nerve fibres, believed to be caused by some substance dissolving or breaking-up fatty tissue of the nerve-sheath.  The condition is progressive but varies in intensity, with remission of symptoms and relapse commonly reported.   Common symptoms include fatigue, balance problems, muscle weakness, incontinence, muscle spasms, pain and tremor. Current treatments for MS are of little benefit, expensive, and with risks of side effects.   alpha & beta-interferon, and corticosteroids have been found to have some value, but symptoms are poorly-controlled by existing medications, and no cure has been found.  Many patients are unable to tolerate the side-effects of conventional medication. ... ... benefits of cannabinoids, including crude marijuana, and the ... Summary - Multiple Sclerosis is a disease for which ... following illicit use of cannabis, and the ...  visit: http://www.idmu.co.uk/medicinal.htm Multiple Sclerosis Support (org) Multiple Sclerosis Sucks! Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic, potentially debilitating disease that affects your brain and spinal cord (central nervous system).  The illness is probably an autoimmune disease, which means your immune system responds as if part of your body is a foreign substance. In MS, your body directs antibodies and white blood cells against proteins in the myelin sheath surrounding nerves in your brain and spinal cord.  This causes inflammation and injury to the sheath and ultimately to your nerves.  The result may be multiple areas of scarring (sclerosis).  The damage slows or blocks muscle coordination, visual sensation and other nerve signals.  Multiplesclerosissupport.com is here to help.  Stop in today!  visit: http://www.multiplesclerosissupport.com/ AAMC: Can Cannabis Help Multiple Sclerosis?  (ORG, INF)  “Can Cannabis Help Multiple Sclerosis? An International Debate Rages” by Jay R. Cavanaugh, PhD, June 2002. Multiple Sclerosis is a disabling neurological disorder that afflicts approximately 350,000 Americans and well over one million patients worldwide.  The disease is chronic and progressive.  In MS the fatty covering of nerve tracts within the brain and spinal cord called myelin is gradually degraded leading to severe problems.  The attack on the "coating" of nerves seems to be autoimmune and may be triggered by virus. ... Can Cannabis Help Multiple Sclerosis? An International Debate Rages. Jay R. Cavanaugh, PhD. June 2002. Multiple Sclerosis is a disabling ...  visit: http://www.letfreedomgrow.com/cmu/can_cannabis_help_ms.htm WebMD: Cannabis May Help Multiple Sclerosis  (BIZ, article)  “Cannabis May Help Multiple Sclerosis; Pain, Mobility Improve in Patients Taking Cannabis Pills” By Jeanie Lerche Davis, WebMD Medical News.  The pain and muscle stiffness of multiple sclerosis may subside when patients take cannabis pills, a new study shows.  The study, conducted in Great Britain, looks at this connection -- a study triggered by numerous reports from patients who have had success.  It appears in this week's issue of The Lancet.  Read online at WebMD, visit: http://my.webmd.com/content/article/76/90173 Cannabis for multiple sclerosis  (article)   “Cannabis for multiple sclerosis” by Ed Rosenthal (07 Apr, 2003).   What strain of herb best treats MS? What is the best strain/type of marijuana to grow for a person with multiple sclerosis? Q: ”We have applied for a license to possess and grow; Health Canada allows us 10 plants a year for personal use only. Gary Woodsworth Garibaldi Highlands, British Columbia A: GW Pharmaceuticals, a British pharmaceutical company centered on natural cannabinoid medicines, sponsored a third stage experiment on 13 patients with multiple sclerosis.” visit: http://www.cannabisculture.com/articles/2910 GW Pharmaceutical: Research & Development / Multiple Sclerosis  (BIZ, INF)  Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a disease affecting the Central Nervous System (CNS).  MS exacerbations appear to be caused by abnormal immune activity that causes inflammation and the destruction of myelin (the protective covering of nerve fibres) in the brain or spinal cord.  MS usually commences in early adult life, most frequently presenting at onset as a relapsing and remitting disorder, where symptoms come and go, and is more common in females. Current treatment of MS is primarily symptomatic, focussing on such problems as spasticity, pain, fatigue, bladder problems and depression. ... p. 195-204. 3. Petro DJ. Cannabis in multiple sclerosis: Women's health concerns. Journal of Cannabis Therapeutics 2002;2(3-4):161-175. ...  visit: http://www.gwpharm.com/research_multiple_sclerosis.asp Other Disorders: Multiple Sclerosis - Wings  (article)  Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a progressive, disabling illness that affects nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord.  Under normal conditions these nerve cells are surrounded by an insulating sheath made of fatty myelin, which speeds the passage of nerve impulses.  In MS, this myelin sheath is inflamed or damaged, disrupting nerve impulses and leaving areas of scarring (sclerosis).  The disruption of nerve signals within the brain and spinal cord causes a variety of symptoms that can affect vision, sensation, and body movements. ... Other Disorders > Multiple Sclerosis.  Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a progressive, disabling illness that affects nerve ... 7, 2003. Cannabis May Help Multiple Sclerosis. (WebMD) Nov ...  visit: http://www.dreamstalker.org/wings/othms.htm Times, The - No Miracle, But Cannabis Does Ease MS Patients' Pain  (article)  “No miracle, but cannabis does ease MS patients’ pain” By Nigel Hawkes, Health Editor CANNABIS has no measurable effect on muscle stiffness or jerkiness in multiple sclerosis patients - but most of them feel as if it does, according to a medical trial.  The first big trial of cannabis-based pills for MS patients ended with a mixed message.  …  2003 study says cannabis pills had "no measurable effect on muscle stiffness or jerkiness" in multiple sclerosis patients, but that most felt it added some benefit.  visit: http://www.timesonline.co.uk/article/0,,8122-884321,00.html CC11: New Marijuana Challenge from Multiple Sclerosis Patient  (article)   “New Marijuana Challenge from Multiple Sclerosis Patient; Lynn Harichy follows in Chris Clay's footsteps and gets herself arrested to challenge the law.”  By Nate Hendley.  Marijuana isn't supposed to make you angry or aggressive, but in Lynn Harichy's case, it's done both.  On September 15, Harichy, who is 36 and a mother of four, passed through a crowd of supporters and journalists in front of the London, Ontario police station and got herself arrested for possessing marijuana. ... her trial into a forum for legalizing marijuana ­ at least ... of heroin and cocaine, but not cannabis.)  The MS ... by the fact that the Multiple Sclerosis Society of ...  visit: http://www.cannabisculture.com/backissues/cc11/lynn.html Cannabis Hope Of Multiple Sclerosis Relief  (ORG, INF)  “CANNABIS HOPE OF MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS RELIEF;  CANNABIS may ameliorate the symptoms of multiple sclerosis, experiments on mice have shown.”  By Author: Nigel Hawkes, Science Editor.  There have been many anecdotal reports of benefits from MS sufferers who have taken cannabis illegally but scientific evidence has been lacking.  Now a team led by David Baker of the Institute of Neurology in London has shown that in a strain of mice which suffer a similar disease, the active agents in cannabis reduce rigidity and trembling of the muscles. All reduced both tremor and spasticity (rigidity), but a synthetic compound called WIN55 proved the best against tremors, halting uncontrolled limb movements in as little as a minute.  Dr Baker said: "The effect was really startling. ... ] Subj: UK: Cannabis Hope Of Multiple Sclerosis Relief ] Date: Thu, 2 Mar 2000 01:58:30 -0800 ...  visit: http://www.mapinc.org/drugnews/v00.n302.a05.html Smooth Buds; Cannabis Information Center.  This Cannabis Web Directory contains information about hemp, cannabis, medical marijuana, multiple seclerosis, cannabis news, growing or cultivation, cannabis cultivation guides, cannabis pictures, free pictures and anything else of interest to marijuanna smokers or those that use cannabis for medical reasons.  visit: http://medical-cannabis.0catch.com/ Dr. Koop - The Role of Cannabis in MS  (article)  “The Role of Cannabis in MS”  (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- The active ingredients in marijuana may have a role in the treatment of multiple sclerosis, reveals a new study. People with multiple sclerosis suffer from muscle spasms, stiffness, tremors, and pain.  Some evidence suggest cannabinoids -- derivatives found in marijuana -- might help improve symptoms, but little formal research exists to back up those claims. … UK study involved 630 multiple sclerosis patients in a 15 week survey on medical marijuana.  Cannabis takers reported less pain & spasticity,but tests didn't note changes …   visit: http://drkoop.com/newsdetail/93/8007335.html UK Trial Results On Value Of Cannabis For Multiple Sclerosis  (article)   Researchers funded by the UK Medical Research Council (MRC) have found mixed evidence about the value of cannabis-derived treatments for people with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) but conclude that such treatments may be of benefit for some patients.   visit: http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2003/11/031107055735.htm Cannabis Reduces Symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis in Britsh Study  (article)  “Cannabis reduces symptoms of multiple sclerosis, large British study shows”.  The biggest study of the use of cannabis and THC (dronabinol) to relieve symptoms of multiple sclerosis produced mixed results but doctors said there is enough evidence to warrant licensing the treatment for the illness. Although there was no objective evidence that cannabis relieved spasticity, or muscle stiffness, caused by the disease, patients reported improvements in pain relief and rigidity.   Mobility was improved as well. ... Cannabis reduces symptoms of multiple sclerosis, large British study shows ... and THC (dronabinol) to relieve symptoms of multiple sclerosis produced mixed results but doctors said ...   visit: http://www.hempworld.com/HempPharm/articles/reducessymptomsms.html MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS  (article)  WHAT IS MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS?  (December 2001)  Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a disease of the central nervous system (CNS), the nerves that comprise the brain and spinal cord.  Its cause is unknown, and it cannot be prevented or cured.  It is not fatal, however, and great progress is being made in treating it and identifying underlying mechanisms that trigger this disease. ... Four studies of cannabis used in capsules or in an oral spray ...  visit: http://www.reutershealth.com/wellconnected/doc17.html Marijuana & Multiple Sclerosis Talking Points from NORML  (online)  Marijuana & Multiple Sclerosis Talking Points and References Compiled by Paul Armentano, NORML.  (1) Clinical and anecdotal data indicate that marijuana can provide therapeutic relief to various symptoms associated with multiple sclerosis, including pain, spasticity, bladder dysfunction, tremor, and appetite loss.  (2) A recent survey of multiple sclerosis patients found that 43 percent used marijuana therapeutically. Among current users, nearly three quarters said marijuana alleviated their spasms, and more than half said it relieved their pain. ... The therapeutic potential of cannabis in multiple sclerosis. Baker D, Pryce G. ... with non-quantifiable outcomes, the value of cannabis use in multiple sclerosis remains anecdotal ...  visit: http://www.drugsense.org/mspu/norml_mmj_ms_talk_points.htm Multiple Sclerosis News  (article)  “Lawmakers propose allowing medical use of marijuana". Marijuana could be used legally for medical purposes by people with debilitating illnesses under a proposal in the Legislature. … Multiple Sclerosis News continually updated from thousands of sources around the net. ... Enter ZIP, City or News Search. Multiple Sclerosis News ... the north-eastern Spanish region of Catalonia will distribute cannabis to patients suffering from Aids, cancer, multiple ...  visit: http://www.topix.net/health/multiple-sclerosis cannabisnews.com: Cannabis Helps Symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis  (article)  “Cannabis Helps Symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis” Posted by CBC News Online Staff on November 07, 2003 at 10:34:52 PT.  Source: CBC Calgary - Cannabis appears to help relieve some symptoms of multiple sclerosis and it should be studied as a possible treatment, according to a clinical trial. Researchers in the United Kingdom designed the trial to see if cannabinoids, the active compounds in cannabis, reduced spasticity in 611 people with MS. ... Cannabis Helps Symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis.  Posted by CN Staff on November 07, 2003 at 10 ... help relieve some symptoms of multiple sclerosis and it should be studied ...  visit: http://www.cannabisnews.com/news/thread17750.shtml Multiple Sclerosis links page  (online)  Current research on multiple sclerosis. ... Why More Women Get Multiple Sclerosis - WebMD, 1/27/05 ... Antibodies Matter in Multiple Sclerosis - Doctor's Guide, 11/27/03. Cannabis May Help Multiple Sclerosis - WebMD, 11/6 ...  visit: http://qualitycounts.com/fpms.html Multiple Sclerosis  (online)   Multiple Sclerosis Menu.   This is a webforum to discuss and comment on Multiple Sclerosis. ... Multiple Sclerosis Menu. This is a webforum to discuss and comment on Multiple Sclerosis. ... UK Oks MS Cannabis Tests (12/14/99) 4:04 PM ...  visit: http://neuro-www.mgh.harvard.edu/forum/MultipleSclerosisMenu Cannabis extract reduces pain in multiple sclerosis patients  (article)  The cannabis extract, dronabinol, reduces pain in patients with multiple sclerosis, finds new research published on www.bmj.com today. The study involved 24 patients with multiple sclerosis and central pain attending a hospital clinic in Denmark. ... Sunday 30th January. Cannabis extract reduces pain in multiple sclerosis patients ... dronabinol, reduces pain in patients with multiple sclerosis, finds new research published on www ...  visit: http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/medicalnews.php?newsid=10811 BestTreatments, Conditions, Multiple sclerosis, Cannabis (service)   ... doctors.  Many people with multiple sclerosis (MS) say that smoking cannabis (also called marijuana) helps their symptoms.  And there ... NOTE: Site attempts to limit availability to UK residents, requires Postal Code.  visit: http://www.besttreatments.co.uk/btuk/conditions/16963.html Marijuana (Cannabis Sativa / Indica) and Multiple sclerosis (biz, links?)   "Marijuana (Cannabis Sativa / Indica) contains a number of chemicals referred to as cannabinoids.   Some studies have shown that these cannabinoids, like delta9-tetrahydrocannabinol (delta9-THC), have analgesic and antiinflammatory properties. Cannabis is frequently used by patients with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) for muscle spasm and pain, as well as by patients with other chronic pain conditions."   by RemedyFind.com   visit: http://www.remedyfind.com/rm-1141-Marijuana.asp (back to top)

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