... I live in New Mexico (not Mexico) and have been using Medical Cannabis since June and now find it is no longer a problem
Burning Mouth Syndrome - Has anybody else found that medical cannabis has relieved their symptoms?
Question posted by Lindajoy53 on 28 Dec 2012
Last updated on 4 October 2024
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Ned32
28 Sep 2024
Yes, once my state offered Medical Marijuana, I began wondering since I was living in constant BMS pain. I did a ton of research on my own about both CBD and THC, which strains were used for what purpose. My medical doctor agreed to write a rx for me. I chose to try the THC strain called Grandaddy Purple which was all THC low potency. It is a strain that was created for PAIN only. I never tried pot or any drugs in school or college so this was a big departure for me. But pain will do that. I Never smoked, vaped or ate gummies. I did purchase the Tincture which I was able to calibrate my own dose. I only used it at bedtime, never in the day. Measured with dropper and put tincture under my tongue for absorption, I slept all night and woke with ZERO BMS. I used such a LOW dose at bedtime, I had no hangover or negative effect next day. It was a God send.
After several months of this miracle in my life, the THC began to make my endometriosis worse - so I quit using it altogether. I've had several major surgeries for endometriosis and could not risk making that worse. If I did not have Endometriosis, I probably would have continued taking it at bedtime. No munchies, no hallucinations, no weird thoughts - just sleep and NO BMS pain.
I previously did try taking ALA, however, for me I could not even tolerate 100 mg a day. It was like I had 60 cups of coffee-gave me the jitters and wicked insomnia. Everyone has different body chemistry and what works or does not work for one person is different for the next. I am still glad for the months of NO BMS pain due to taking the MMJ strain 'Grandaddy Purple' which was strictly a THC strain created for PAIN and it worked for me. Have had BMS 10+ years and am considering trying MMJ again but a CBD+THC combination hoping it will not cause Endometriosis to flare. I It worked like magic for me and no hangover next day. Ned32
Tony DiCaprio
8 Nov 2020
I am happy the med marijuana has helped you. I tried many of the tinctures and gummies with some fairly high THC levels. I had no relief. Could I kindly ask what specific form of med. marijuana
that helped? Thank you.
Ned32
4 Oct 2024
Tony,
Hope this answer is not too late. As to what specific form of Medical MJ I used - I live in Florida and used a very reputable Dispensary, their name is Fluent. The MJ 'strain' I used was called "Granddaddy Purple" - it was a THC strain only and cultivated for PAIN. As I mentioned, I purchased the liquid Tincture in a bottle and dosed by placing the liquid tincture under my tongue & allowed it to absorb-which it did so pretty fast. Only took at bed time & slept all nite, NO oral pain in morning.
As I mentioned, I had never tried marijuana at all and this was a first for me but 24/7 Pain will make you try new thing, lol. The Marijuana Dispensary in Florida is called "FLUENT" and they still have liquid tinctures. You can also go to a healthfood store and purchase EMPTY clear capsules and place your tincture into the capsule and swallow if you do not with to place any under your tongue. It works just as well. Over months I did transition to measuring the tincture into the clear empty capsules at bedtime. Florida has never permitted potent MMJ but the Granddaddy Purple strain by FLUENT was a Miracle for me. Did you know all of our bodies are full of Cannaboid RECEPTORs? So if it were unhealthy for the human body, then why are bodies filled with Receptor sites for canaboids?
Hope you receive this. I lost all my log in and passwords - alot of family illness & funerals have kind of put BMS on the back burner. I hope you consider giving MMJ another try. Did you use Medical MJ or just MJ from a store? Maybe the Medical is better regulated? I only know FLuent, Granddaddy Purple tincture at bedtime provided total pain relief and no side effects at low doses.
Best... Ned32
ryanmichaelP
8 Nov 2020
Try Vitamin D pills for BMS. I have been suffering for years and a therapist recommended a couple months ago and I have seen improvement..
Cannabis will not help and will probably make it worse especially if you smoke or vape. Good luck BMS is the worst thing I have ever experienced .
Retired guy
8 Nov 2020
What dosage. There are many vitamin d out there
richardellis1
17 Jan 2013
Nope. BMS and I have been aquainted since late 2009 and after many doctor, an Allergist and GP and Dentist and Oral surgeons and biopsies and no definitive anwer, my 2010 internet search came up with "Dermatolgy Whiz" Dr. R. Rogers. After many, many valid tests, discovered that Alpha Lipoic Acid was an answer to the symptoms of BMS; for me-- mouth inflamtion,secretion causing deep tongue ulcers (could have become cancerous), headaches with a tempature and lost voice. THANK YOU DR. ROGERS!!! My daily dose:1200 mg morning--1200 mg evening. Best buy so far,(not an advert) is Swanson 600 mg. Now, my symptoms are under control and I can tell if the ALA quality is good by how many 600 mg caps I have to take. After two years I have taken many different brands--most work to some/same degree as any other--even Swanson veries in qualitiy from time to time. Any Brand "R factor" ALA is claimed to be the best quality.
Also I am drinking 2 cups of Oolong tea a day. This seems to coat the BMS area in the front of my mouth. And it seems to help control dermatitis on my hands. Just started this regiment so jury still out.
I hope your head is clear enough to check your reponses. Did I offfend?
Weed should be reserved for the very sick and dying of us who can't stand the extreme pain associated with either. I never considered it an option, as I need to live and make a living. Don't despair, this is a better answer. Dr. Rogers has said the dose is specific to the individual and appearently there are no bad side effects noted in humans(my urine has a matallic smell). So take as much as you need of ALA (start low, at least 600 mg per day). So long and good luck.
meyati
17 Jan 2013
i hope that that the person that asked this question will read your answer. You gave really good and detailed info
ardmorepark
17 June 2018
Hi ! its a long time since you posted this, but are you still available to message, BMS is ruining my life (for the last 10 yrs) no docs, hygenists herbalists can help, i should try Swanson ? will check with my doc as am on antidepressants to try to calm it down
with thanks
Catherine
junejoan
29 Dec 2012
Hi. What you say is interesting. I live in the UK and this has never been mentioned by anyone, doctors or any mention within this group for BMS sufferers. Why and how was you prescribed this. I dont really think we could even get it prescribed here. At the moment I have taken my amitriptyline every day but recently I have been having times of hot chilli pepper sensations and feelings in my tongue, mouth and lips going into my throat and it is really getting me down. My BMS has definately interfered with my taste buds which has quite deteriorated. Has anyone else out there heard of this remedy or anything else that may help with BMS because it does not seem to be getting any better in fact the hot chilli burning is getting worse. Any help or further advice would be greatly appreciated by many of us. Medical or otherwise. Since joining this group quite a while ago not a lot of info has come thru. Thanks and happy new year, hopefully, to all BMS sufferers. Maybe there is an answer out there somewhere, sooner rather than later.
meyati
29 Dec 2012
Sorry about your mouth. I imagine that it is truly miserable. maybe the -MJ- Mary Jane-reefer-pot-bud-blunt-weed-maui wowie-and I won't go into the 20 other names that are used here in New Mexico. That might be why I never heard of burning mouth before. I hope that you can find relief-
Lindajoy53
31 Dec 2012
Medical Cannabis is also provided in Edible Form for those who do not Inhale. The lollipops and hard candy is a very good option for those with BMS THINK NATURAL
Lindajoy53
31 Dec 2012
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meyati
1 Jan 2013
So true-but I hear that they're cracking down.
Flo4
31 Oct 2018
Hello, I have BMS since a year. I live in Canada and I did many life events that triggered my BMS with depression and anxiety. I have been followed by a naturopath for the past year and therefore have found relief. I do take peppermint leaves and candies to take the burning sensation away. Any alcool will make the burning much worst so I don't drink and also foods with spices aggravate the burning sensation so that is out of the diet. I have found relief in not eating certain foods like citrus, milk products and also any wheat. Also acupuncture has helped me to get rid of the metallic taste in my food. It has been very hard but I can manage the pain much better. If I am stressed out then my mouth has a tendency to burn more so meditation, yoga, walks and taking care of my health helps to relieve the burning of the tongue and palate. I am in my premenopausal and don't know how long this condition is going to bother me. I am wondering if medical marijiuana would help to heal completely this condition. Anyone have any answers on this topic. Thanks
meyati
28 Dec 2012
I might need that med-started cancer radiation in Burque yesterday. I know where several places are.
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