Death From Cannabis
Whether you’re a smoker or a non-smoker, you should be aware of the potential dangers associated with cannabis. For example, marijuana is known to cause cancer, heart disease, and other serious health problems. It can also cause death. That’s why it’s important to understand the risks and to seek help if you’re concerned.
Case reports
Several case reports have been published that link marijuana use to sudden cardiac arrest. These cases include young men who have never used the drug, and adults who had used marijuana prior to suffering from a heart attack. These case reports are difficult to interpret because of the lack of laboratory studies.
The most common arrhythmias reported are dose-related sinus tachycardia and ventricular fibrillation. In one study, 60% of EKGs showed ST segment elevation. Often, these arrhythmias spontaneously revert to sinus rhythm.
A study in young men found that active marijuana use doubled the risk of Takotsubo cardiomyopathy. The incidence of cardiac arrest was also increased among marijuana users.
Health issues
Despite the fact that marijuana is widely regarded as a harmless substance, scientific research has revealed that it can have several serious health effects.
For instance, it can increase your chances of developing heart disease. It can also lead to an increase in anxiety and paranoia. It can be addictive. It can also affect your lungs.
Smoking marijuana can damage the bronchial passage cells in your lungs. It can also decrease your immune cells. It also exposes your lungs to Aspergillus, a bacteria that can cause lung disease.
Using marijuana can also lead to an increased risk of developing psychosis, a mental disorder. It can also cause problems with memory and attention.
Occupational injury
Occupational injury and death from cannabis is an uncommon but still significant health concern. It is important to study cannabis use in the workplace for several reasons. First, cannabis use is associated with increased risk of overdose injuries, which can lead to fatalities. Second, cannabis use before driving can increase the risk of motor vehicle accidents. Third, repetitive employment activities can exacerbate cumulative injury. Finally, research on cannabis use and occupational injury must be conducted across different workplace environments.
The literature on cannabis and occupational injury is extremely varied. There are few studies that compare cannabis use and occupational injury in terms of risk. In many cases, the comparisons are inconclusive. In other cases, the studies have failed to control for other important risk factors.
Myocarditis
Several cases of myocarditis after marijuana abuse have been reported. However, the pathogenesis of these events remains unclear.
The authors of the study urge clinicians to include cannabis exposure in the differential diagnosis of myocarditis patients. Although the report claims this is the first documented case of a child’s death associated with cannabis exposure, other physicians have raised questions as to whether cannabis directly caused the boy’s death.
A preliminary investigation revealed that the child had high concentrations of THC in his blood. In addition, his urine was positive for THC. However, his blood culture results showed inconsistent results. These results raised concerns that the child may have had a bacterial infection before the cannabis exposure.
Psychiatric problems
Psychiatric problems caused by cannabis death is an important topic in light of the recent legalization of recreational marijuana in Canada and more and more countries around the world. While the studies and research on the subject are varied, there are some common threads. The most salient are the mental effects of cannabis.
Symptoms include anxiety, agitation, irritability, euphoria, and dysphoria. These symptoms mimic those of other psychiatric disorders, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
A randomized clinical trial on cannabis use and psychiatric disorders found that heavy cannabis users had a higher risk of schizophrenia. The results were echoed by a study on heavy marijuana use by teens. They found that these users were at an increased risk of self-harm. The study also found that the more cannabis a teen used, the higher the risk for self-harm.
Poisoning
Despite what many people believe, death from cannabis poisoning is not as common as you might think. But it is possible, and can lead to a lot of complications. Besides the obvious medical problems, it can also cause anxiety and paranoia.
In one recent case, an 11-month-old baby boy died from myocarditis. This is a rare condition that involves the heart muscle, causing chest pains, irregular heartbeats and trouble breathing. Myocarditis is often caused by viruses, bacteria and fungi, but some experts suspect it may have been caused by cannabis.
However, this is not the first time cannabis has been linked to an overdose death. A coroner in Louisiana claimed to have recorded the first weed-related death. However, other medical experts have questioned the claim.
