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Is It Safe To Smoke Marijuana After An Open Heart Surgery?

I had open heart surgery 2 valves replaced aortic mechanical and a lower animal valve now, also have a pacemaker put in on my lower abdomen,, my question is am i able to smoke marijuana anywhere down the road? Im 26 years old and would like to do the odd puff.
Tue, 12 Jan 2016
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Hi, dear
I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern.
You have open heart surgery with valve replacement and pace maker. So you should avoid marijuana smoking. Marijuana smoking is dangerous for you. If can not quit smoking then consult psychiatrist and take treatment accordingly.

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Is It Safe To Smoke Marijuana After An Open Heart Surgery?

Hi, dear I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern. You have open heart surgery with valve replacement and pace maker. So you should avoid marijuana smoking. Marijuana smoking is dangerous for you. If can not quit smoking then consult psychiatrist and take treatment accordingly. Hope I have answered your question, if you have doubt then I will be happy to answer. Thanks for using health care magic. Wish you a very good health.