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How To Overcome Marijuana Smoking Addiction While Being An Heart Patient?

My 52 yr old brother just had a heart attack on Feb. 13/16. He had 3 stents and will have 1 more in a couple of weeks. He just went home today. They called one of the arteries a widowmaker... It was apparently 90% blocked. He now wants to continue his marijuana s smoking habit!!! How can I get thru to him that it will only do more harm??! He has clearly been given a second chance! Please help.
Fri, 1 Apr 2016
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Hello,

Thanks for writing.

I am Dr Aimen Nasir. I have read your question completely, i understand your concern and will try to help you in best way possible.

Marijuana is one of the most addicting drug.. And when you stop using the drug it cause post withdrawal symptoms like
●Mood swings
●Anxiety
●Irritability
●Tiredness
●Disturbed sleep
To avoid them you can ask him to join some rehabilitation group programs.
Spend time with family and friends.
Try to relax.
Practice self care.
Can go to psychiatrist.
Indulge in some creative activites

I hope this answered your question, and
if you have more please feel free to ask.

Regards.



Dr. Aimen Nasir

M.B.B.S(Licensed Family Physician)
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How To Overcome Marijuana Smoking Addiction While Being An Heart Patient?

Hello, Thanks for writing. I am Dr Aimen Nasir. I have read your question completely, i understand your concern and will try to help you in best way possible. Marijuana is one of the most addicting drug.. And when you stop using the drug it cause post withdrawal symptoms like ●Mood swings ●Anxiety ●Irritability ●Tiredness ●Disturbed sleep To avoid them you can ask him to join some rehabilitation group programs. Spend time with family and friends. Try to relax. Practice self care. Can go to psychiatrist. Indulge in some creative activites I hope this answered your question, and if you have more please feel free to ask. Regards. Dr. Aimen Nasir M.B.B.S(Licensed Family Physician)