Cannabis has anti-inflammatory properties that may play an additional role in the treatment of inflammation-related pain and symptoms. There is evidence that cannabis can be used to reduce inflammatory processes in the body in diseases such as ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease, ankylosing spondylitis, asthma and arthritis.
Studies have shown that certain cannabinoids in cannabis interact with the receptors of the body’s endocannabinoid system and can have anti-inflammatory effects. These effects can help to reduce the release of inflammatory mediators and modulate the immune system.
In the case of inflammatory diseases such as ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s disease, the anti-inflammatory properties of cannabis can help to alleviate symptoms such as abdominal pain, diarrhea and inflammation of the intestinal wall. In arthritis, an inflammatory disease of the joints, cannabis can help to reduce pain and inflammation.
