Cannabis And HIV: Where Do We Stand With Research?

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Cannabis And Immunity  Since problems with immunity are at the heart of HIV, it is reasonable that researchers look to analyze the effect of cannabis on immunity in HIV patients. As acceptance of cannabis grows and data from human tests accumulates, many more conclusions could yet be drawn regarding the impact of cannabis on HIV patients. HIV And CBD: Potential Drawbacks  The relationship between HIV and cannabis hasn’t been ascertained, as the data collected so far remains inconclusive. Due to HIV destroying essential components of the immune system, patients are less equipped to battle everyday infections and more severe microorganisms. The study’s concept calls for the recruitment of 26 HIV patients with an undetectable viral load for at least three years.

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As acceptance of cannabis grows and data from human tests accumulates, many more conclusions could yet be drawn regarding the impact of cannabis on HIV patients.

This article originally appeared on Cannabis.net and has been reposted with permission.

The human immunodeficiency virus, or HIV, is a microorganism that wreaks havoc on the immune system. The cells that are the components of the immune system, like white blood cells, assist the body in fighting off infections brought on by fungi,...

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