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2019-02-18 00:34:41
Hey everyone, I was wondering if marijuana affects bone fusion? With or without having surgery. Ive been told theres a difference.
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There is no direct research on it , but excess smoking of a regular cigarette has been known to delay bone healing.

Answered2019-02-18 01:43:32

YESNO

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Answered2019-02-18 12:48:36

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