Sign-in to Ask A Doctor - 24x7
OR
Sign in with GoogleGet your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
What Casues Loss Of Memory With Marijuana Smoking?
Hey, i ve been trying to smoke some marijuana lately, (3 times in 6 weeks) and now my head feels total empty, and i have lost the ability to remember things (i do remember old things) but for an example, i didn t remember where i put my jacked at when i came home the other day. can it be hippocampus that has been affected?
Mon, 22 Dec 2014
Hello
Welcome to HCM.
Marijuana can affect cognition which includes memory and executive functions. The changes however are temporary and usually revert back to normal once marijuana is discontinued.
The effects can be due to mainly prefrontal cortex involvement.
Hope this helps.
Thanks
Welcome to HCM.
Marijuana can affect cognition which includes memory and executive functions. The changes however are temporary and usually revert back to normal once marijuana is discontinued.
The effects can be due to mainly prefrontal cortex involvement.
Hope this helps.
Thanks
I find this answer helpful
Note: In case of any other concern or query related to prevention, evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, or the recovery of persons with the any type of addiction or substance use, follow up with our Addiction Medicine Specialist. Click here to book a consultation now.
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer.
For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service
[Sample answer]
Related questions you may be interested in
Loading Online Doctors....