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What Causes DVT While On Cannibs For Cancer Treatment?

Posted on Wed, 12 Nov 2014

Question: Mydaughter 42, has a stage 4 uterine soft tissue sarcoma, had laser surgery for mets in her lungs 4 weeks ago and has a secondary in her pelvis. She started using cannabis oil to shrink her cancer and for pain relief about 10 days ago. Last night her leg swelled and she went to Emergency; they are thinking it may be DVT and treating ti as such. should she stop the cannabis oil? She is 5ft 2 and weighs about 112 ilbs thanks XXXX

Answered by Dr. Rishi (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Cancer itself predisposes to DVT

Detailed Answer:
Hi XXXX

Cannabis can lead to DVT but cancer per se is more proven to lead to DVT. You should consult your Oncologist whether to stop Cannabis oil. And treatment of DVT should continue for six months once proven on a Color Doppler test.

Do let me know if I can help you further with any queries about this condition. Take care.

Dr Rishi, New XXXXXXX XXXXXXX

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