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 Causes Numbness In Hands And Face When Smoking Marijuana?
When i was smoking marijuana back in 8th grade im a graduate now, My whole hand got numb so i thought to myself "Well if my hands numb, and i touch my face, will my face get numb?" as i touched my face, my whole face got numb, this was in school, and i was wondering, Why did this happen?
Wed, 7 May 2014
Hi,
The most probable explanation for these symptoms is that these were due to the psychotropic effects of cannabis. Cannabis is well-known to cause alterations in both perception and thought. This could have caused the abnormal sensations that you had.
Best wishes.
The most probable explanation for these symptoms is that these were due to the psychotropic effects of cannabis. Cannabis is well-known to cause alterations in both perception and thought. This could have caused the abnormal sensations that you had.
Best wishes.
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....