How Marijuana Affects Body Temperature: What Ohio Patients Should Know

Ohio medical marijuana patients often turn to marijuana for its many therapeutic benefits, from pain relief to reduced anxiety. But many people notice another, lesser-discussed effect: changes in body temperature.

Whether you’ve felt cooler after using marijuana or wondered why you sometimes feel flushed, it’s worth understanding how marijuana interacts with your body’s natural temperature regulation.

Here’s what Ohio patients should know about marijuana’s effect on body temperature and why it happens.

Why Does Marijuana Affect Body Temperature?

Marijuana interacts with the body’s endocannabinoid system, which plays a key role in maintaining balance, including regulating your internal temperature. The active compounds in marijuana, like THC, bind to cannabinoid receptors in the brain, which can influence how your body responds to heat or cold.

For some patients, marijuana can create a cooling sensation, even lowering body temperature slightly. This is called THC-induced hypothermia and is one reason why marijuana has been studied as a potential way to help people stay comfortable in hot conditions. Other patients report feeling warm or flushed, particularly shortly after using marijuana. These effects are usually mild and temporary.

In Ohio, where the summer months can get humid and uncomfortable, some medical marijuana patients even say their medicine helps them feel more relaxed and less bothered by the heat. However, it’s important to remember that marijuana is not a substitute for hydration and proper care in extreme weather.

Can Marijuana Cause a Fever?

One common misconception is that marijuana can cause a fever. In reality, marijuana itself does not cause a fever; actually, high doses of THC can lower body temperature slightly. Feeling flushed or warm after use is often just part of your body’s natural response to THC and is not the same as having an actual fever.

If you are experiencing a true fever and feel ill, it’s more likely due to another cause. If that is the case, you should talk to your primary doctor.

Tips for Ohio Patients Using Marijuana in the Heat

If you’re using medical marijuana during Ohio’s warm summer months, here are some tips to stay comfortable and safe:

• Stay hydrated. Marijuana can cause dry mouth, and in the heat, you’ll need even more fluids.

• Use in moderation. Higher doses of THC can sometimes exaggerate feelings of warmth or cold.

• Monitor your symptoms. If you feel unusually hot, dizzy, or sick, stop using and cool off.

• Store your products properly. Heat can affect the quality of marijuana, so keep it in a cool, dry place.

When to Reach Out

If you’re an Ohio medical marijuana patient and you notice unusual changes in your body temperature, especially if you also feel sick, it’s important to reach out to us or your primary doctor. Our patient support team and marijuana doctors are here to answer any questions you may have and help guide you toward safe, effective use of your medical marijuana products.

The Bottom Line

For many Ohio medical marijuana patients, changes in body temperature are a normal and minor part of using marijuana. Whether you feel a bit cooler on a hot day or notice a warm sensation shortly after using, these effects are typically temporary and not a cause for concern.

By staying mindful of your body and practicing good habits, like staying hydrated and using it in moderation, you can continue to enjoy the therapeutic benefits of marijuana safely.

And if you ever have questions about how marijuana may affect you, don’t hesitate to reach out to us; we’re here to help!

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