There are various effects of marijuana on the health of the body. Although it can provide a calming sensation, marijuana actually makes life uneasy, because various health problems and legal entanglements await you.
Marijuana or marijuana comes from the leaves, stems and shoots of the plant Cannabis sativa. Marijuana is usually used like cigarettes and is even used as a cooking ingredient or brewed into tea.
Many people use marijuana to feel more relaxed or very happy (high). However, if consumed continuously for a long time and in excessive doses, the effects of marijuana will be very bad for health.
Effects of Marijuana on the Body
Cannabis is classified as a herbal plant because it can be used to treat certain conditions as long as it is given under the supervision of a doctor. However, the use of marijuana as a drug is still not legally approved by the Indonesian government.
The use of cannabis plants without medical indications and not under the supervision of a doctor will only have a negative impact on the health of the user.
The following are some of the effects of marijuana on the health of organs:
1. Lungs
Generally, marijuana is consumed by burning and smoking, either in the form of rolled cigarettes, pipe cigarettes, or cigars.
Over time, marijuana can cause damage to the lungs and blood vessels, because the smoke contains toxins as well as substances that trigger inflammation and cancer cells.
Research shows that smoking marijuana can increase the risk of developing bronchitis, coughs, and COPD. However, these symptoms will subside if you stop using it.
2. Brain
Too long using marijuana can cause inhibition of brain function. The effects of marijuana can also affect brain development in adolescents, ranging from loss of focus, reduced ability to remember, and impaired learning concentration.
The effects of marijuana on the brain can be permanent, so that teenagers who use marijuana since their school days will have impaired academic performance and of course their quality of life.
3. Circulatory system
Some time after smoking marijuana, the heart rate will increase to 20–50 beats per minute. The effects of this one marijuana can last up to three hours. For people with heart disease, this faster heart rate can increase the risk of having a heart attack.
In addition, marijuana can also cause an increase in blood pressure in the short term, the risk of bleeding, and make the eyes red due to dilation of blood vessels.
4. Digestive system
Smoking marijuana can cause a stinging, burning, or stinging sensation in the mouth and throat. If marijuana is consumed by swallowing, it can cause nausea and vomiting.
However, in cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy, the effects of marijuana seem to be able to treat symptoms of nausea and vomiting.
5. Immune system
The effects of marijuana are thought to weaken the immune system. However, more research is needed to determine how the effects of marijuana affect the immune system.
On the other hand, marijuana can be used to increase appetite in people with HIV and AIDS.
6. Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Smoking marijuana during pregnancy can affect fetal brain development, inhibit fetal growth, and cause birth defects and fetal disorders. In addition, mixing marijuana and tobacco is also thought to increase the risk of babies being born prematurely or with low birth weight.
The effects of marijuana are not only harmful to the growth and development of babies, but also pregnant women. Pregnant women who use marijuana are at high risk for anemia, confusion, and forgetfulness during pregnancy.
For nursing mothers, marijuana can make a chemical called tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) is absorbed into breast milk. These chemicals can persist in breast milk for more than 6 weeks, even after marijuana use is stopped. This can hinder the growth of the baby.
In addition, the effects of marijuana can also cause hallucinations, delusions, anxiety, and depression. In fact, long-term marijuana use can cause a person to develop withdrawal symptoms which include insomnia, changes in mood, mood, and decreased appetite.
Not only is it bad for health, the effects of marijuana can also make users ensnared by the law. In the Law of the Republic of Indonesia Number 35 of 2009 concerning Narcotics, marijuana is included in class I narcotics.
If planted, maintained, owned, or stored, a person may be subject to a maximum imprisonment of 12 years and a maximum fine of IDR 8,000,000,000.
Therefore, stay away from marijuana, because the temporary pleasure that marijuana provides is not worth the health effects and legal entanglements that can be obtained.
If you have health problems related to drug use, including due to the effects of marijuana, do not hesitate to consult a doctor for advice and appropriate treatment.