At the age of 17 she began developing extreme digestive issues and back pain. By the time she turned 20, Nikki Jackson of British Columbia, Canada, was on 15 different pharmaceuticals for digestive pain and some for the resulting anxiety/depression of being diagnosed with Crohn's disease. Using cannabis for the last 8 years is the only thing that helps her manage her pain and digestive issues.
Read MoreFollowing the birth of her first child, Annette from Colorado developed Crohn's disease, which can lead to inflammation of the bowel and extreme abdominal pain. After suffering for years, she was introduced to cannabis, changed her diet, began exercising, and, surprisingly, got pregnant. She talks about the stigma she encounters for using cannabis while pregnant.
Read MoreBefore using cannabis, the pain of Crohn's disease consumed her life. Now her symptoms (and her medications) are greatly reduced.
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