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  1. rjmartins77

    Sticky Medical Marijuana for Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis

    Johnny O is right in pretty much every aspect... Thanks for being a great source of truth and enlightenment.. I'm actually not too far from you.. we should link up sometime! It's been a while since i've posted, i've been dealing with two pesky fistulas that have thread setons in them. I am...
  2. rjmartins77

    Sticky Medical Marijuana for Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis

    I can definitely second what Area Man said. You should really think about starting a small home garden. Even if it's indoors in a small closet you can grow your own medication so you know what is being fed to it and you can even use it for the sole purpose of making tinctures or other...
  3. rjmartins77

    Sticky Medical Marijuana for Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis

    I have been on Remicade for I believe 4-5 years, It was decided on when I developed a fistula. It actually healed it! ... Remicade definitely makes you feel like crap that day. Usually I just take the day off of work and use it as a day to myself! Take a nape, play some video games.. and of...
  4. rjmartins77

    Sticky Medical Marijuana for Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis

    oh and i forgot to add my thoughts about the "munchies" Through experience i will say that the urge to munch on things after medicating can vary from plant to plant. For the most part I don't believe we know exactly why its triggered but our taste buds are definitely stimulated honestly...
  5. rjmartins77

    Sticky Medical Marijuana for Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis

    Glad to hear that! I have been smoking for years and it has saved my life to many times to even count. I think that anyone should live a happy and healthy life, unfortunately we didn't exactly get the luck of the draw when it comes to insides. That said ... i've never let anyone judge me or...
  6. rjmartins77

    Sticky Medical Marijuana for Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis

    Remicade and a little pentasa at the moment. I actually have that on tuesday, they say it usually helps close them .. we will see. I've had them before but its been over 2 years since my last one. I forgot how much of a pain in the ass it is and how time consuming. I'm going to take my life...
  7. rjmartins77

    Sticky Medical Marijuana for Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis

    Funny you mention a previous abscess of yours JohnnyO .. I"m in the middle of one trying to heal. It has turned into a fistula and i've been trying to beat it. My Medical cannabis seriously helps me stay sane during these dreadful 6 months...including helping with the on and off pressure / pain...
  8. rjmartins77

    Sticky Medical Marijuana for Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis

    Its sad but true. But I think if we work together to spread our words and stories and SHARE our knowledge we can all live well and happy. We can change things with spreading word. I think the medical cannabis family is going to do nothing but grow and I think the Crohns and Colitis family...
  9. rjmartins77

    Sticky Medical Marijuana for Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis

    I also wanted to share with anyone who was interested. Check out the movie "Burzynski" on Netflix, or check the website. This man is proof that the FDA and our government has been using their power for money and no thoughts of well being for patients. Anyone you know with cancer have them...
  10. rjmartins77

    Sticky Medical Marijuana for Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis

    Hello friends, I have not posted here in a while and figured I share a little of my latest experiences. I have been doing great for 2 and a half years now since i've became a mmj patient. I have joined this forum to help spread the word of medical cannabis to my fellow Crohns/ Colitis family...
  11. rjmartins77

    Sticky Medical Marijuana for Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis

    Sfong, I am sorry to hear about the unfortunate events your little child has endured... Being diagnosed at the age of 12. I know what it's like to grow up with frequent trips to the hospital, flare ups, and Prednisone (which stunted my growth) The feeling of being trapped is a terrible one and...
  12. rjmartins77

    Sticky Medical Marijuana for Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis

    For the most part, my use of cannabis is kept quiet. I have no need for people whom I work for, or associates on a professional basis to be in that business of my life. I am not afraid to educate people about it however, but of course I don't just go telling everyone my private life. Those...
  13. rjmartins77

    Sticky Medical Marijuana for Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis

    oh absolutely. I do agree its obviously different for all of us unfortunately.. first try the support of your parents. My mother has been with me for 10 years now, through everything and she is behind me and medical cannabis. Of course she prefers me to keep it low, and when I need it--like a...
  14. rjmartins77

    Sticky Medical Marijuana for Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis

    You just have have to be confident and willing to look. And as far as your "final product" it is a plant. You purchase a small $250.00 grow tent that can be in your room. Do the correct research and a few google searches, its not that hard. You could even google your local garden home...
  15. rjmartins77

    Sticky Medical Marijuana for Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis

    COMPLETELY understanding, i've done nothing but associated cannabis smoking with "stoner" kids for a long time. As i've grown older I have educated myself by research, other people in the medical cannabis community, and overall maturing to come to understand that there is a difference between a...
  16. rjmartins77

    Sticky Medical Marijuana for Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis

    Sure!! I've actually got a plan to make two batches of Canna-Cookies myself tonight! for the premier of The Walking Dead. :ybiggrin:. I do feel more relaxed in my abdoman area when I eat edibles, I usually have them when I have the whole night to relax. Its really great. The cause of it...
  17. rjmartins77

    Sticky Medical Marijuana for Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis

    Good afternoon, I am not really aware of the laws in Canada but i've done a little research and it looks proimising!!. Talk to your Gastro Doctor first. My primary doctor did not practice with Cannabis but he was quick to refer me to one who did!! :D Try that way first. Then try to search...
  18. rjmartins77

    Sticky Medical Marijuana for Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis

    Getting our medicine Hello everyone, I am 22 years old and was diagnosed with Crohn's at the age of 12. Over the years I have battled with stomach pains, cramps, and of course the occasional flare ups as a lot of my fellow patients have. As I've gotten older I have become more aware and...
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