Vaporizers- negative respiratory effects

[notomorrow]

hey willie,

my point exactly... vaping is all you need to get the benefits. I know it's hell of a lot more safely than putting smoke in your lungs but is it 100% safe? or are there any hidden side effects to it?

notomorrow Reviewed by notomorrow on 01-29-2012. Vaporizers- negative respiratory effects This past spring, after getting bronchitis twice in 6 months, I was proud to post here that I had quit smoking and had purchased a vapor-bros vaporizer! Although I felt much better since (less coughing etc) I still managed to develop bronchitis this past October. I fought it for a few weeks and got well. Now the end of November, I have bronchitis again... I kinda want to know if anyone has ever heard of negative effects from a vape (hopefully birdgirl is around, she knows much about Rating: 5

[williboy]

I too love the little 'lunch' box, so portable, discreet. But as vapes go it is a little underpowered, I also worry about how durable it will be in the long run. It has a small small heating element (kinda required, 1 AA battery operated). One of the things about it that is good is that it is nearly impossible to actually light up and burn the herb instead of just vapin it. SS is a good one, some knock offs are very good too, just remember that vaping at lower temps is easier on your throat and lungs. Also the experiance helped me understand that I don't really want to turn any herb into ash, you got the good stuff before it turns black.

[notomorrow]

Hello people of cannabis boards.
I'm resurrecting this thread in hope that someone can give some advice / input on my problem. Here I go:

About 18 months ago, after a pretty serious bleeding crisis one night, I was diagnosed with tuberculosis. Been hospitalized for one month, than followed treatment for 6 months. As soon as the treatment stopped, I started to feel sick again and some minor bleedings occurred again. Been hospitalized again for another month. This time they found out that it was chemo resistant TB so I switched to harder drugs, for a one year period of time. After one year and a half, I just finished my treatment this month so I guess I can now say I'm leaving all this behind. I'm all good now, starting to do some light workout everyday to get back in shape.

Until all this had occurred I was a smoker for 9 years (one pack a day). Towards the period when I got sick I was carrying a messy life that involved heavy partying, alcohol, cigarettes, occasional joints (3 a month or so), bad meals and little sleep. Actually, this way of life is what got me this disease.

Needles to say, from the moment I got sick I changed my life completely. I quit smoking immediately. I'm now trying to get 8 hours of sleep every night, eat healthy, avoid alcohol and other bad things out there. The thing that I didn't put out completely though is MJ. In the last year I smoked about 5-6 times, so about 1 time every 2 months or so. Anyway, I never want to do that again as I realize even that frequency of this habit won't do any good to my lungs. I tried edibles which are fine but sometimes it's a complete headache to cook them.

So I have been studying vaporizers for a while now over the internet. Haven't tried out one yet but I'm planning to get one. However, since it involves getting something down in my lungs and giving my recent experience with the disease, I wonder If it's the right way to go. Note that I'll be getting high about twice a week or so. Not a daily habit for me. What I'm looking for is the Magic Flight Launch Box -http://magic-flight.com/ a small portable vaporizer that seems to get the job done fast, easy and efficient.

So I'd like to carry on with this habit and enjoy this wonder plant but I'm wondering If I'm jeopardizing my health by doing so.
Note that I researched the vaporizers thing quite a bit now, so I pretty much know everything about them and their effects on lungs, etc. However, this is a specific situation and maybe someone with a similar problem can give some advice.

On another hand, I researched quite a bit and found out that Cannabis is one of the strongest antibacterial plants. In fact, in the 1930s tuberculosis and a good hand of other diseases were cured using various concoctions of this plant. Moreover, tuberculosis treatment often involves vapor inhalation of specific plants and plant oils. So maybe there could be a positive side of this matter?

I know this is a long story and a lot of information, but this thread is one of the most specific and comprehensive ones that I found on the whole web. We even have a doctor's input here so maybe someone can help me out.

Given my situation, will I be doing any damage to my lungs vaporizing Cannabis about 2 times a week?

many thanks,
peace

[nugatronica]

I actually had a very similar problem. I was smoking bongs and blunts everyday where it got to he point that I would cough up lougies filled with tar residue as this scared me I decided to opt to purchasing a vaporizer. After 2 months of using only the vaporizer the lougies started to go away and when smoking the vape it would make my throat very dry so it was helping to eliminate mucus that was chilling in my lungs. In your case you could have different issues do you happen to still have your tonsils ?

[notomorrow]

hey there,

I still have my tonsils, but do they have to do with my lung condition? Speaking of lungs, mine are all good and clean now and I'm feeling good, just that I need to start doing some exercise to get my pulmonary capacity back and my condition good.

thanx

[drunknb]

Wow... I just happened to google my name, and refound this thread.

@ notomorrow:

TB's nothing to be messing with - I'm glad you have it under control, whereas a lot of times, it will be the death of people. As far as vaporizing; like I said, it's not necessarily "healthy", it's just healthier than smoking, as it cuts out heat, carcinigens, etc.

Keep in mind that marijuana was here looooong before you and will be here loooong after you are deceased. Not to get morbid or anything, but it's the truth. If you want to continue this cannabis journey, then it sounds like the best option for you is to ingest it. YES... it IS a natural antibacteria, however as I previously mentioned - inhaling anyforiegnbody into your lungs can cause some sort of negative reaction. If you ingest it, then you can get the positive effects from cannabis, as well as manage pain...without the respiratory effects.

As far as purchasing a vaporizer, perhaps some more research is necessary if you're going with the little "lunch-box", or whatever it's called. As I can certainly appreciate the ability to conceal and such - if you chose to inhale marijuana - then you shouldn't be doing it hiding in a corner somewhere. It's probably not a hidden fact that you used to party, etc...especially since you've been down the TB path. The only reason you'd want to get something small like the lunch-box (I know it's Launch Box...btw), is if you'd want to conceal it in public or hide it from your parents...basically. If you're at home; there are many better options for vaporizers. I personally use the Silver Surfer, and have for many, many years. The product speaks for its self, so there's no need for me to up-talk it. There are more advances in technology as well, and better vape's than the SS, I chose it for the simplicity...as well as I purchased it when it was one of the better vape's on the market. If you're concerned about your parents, don't be...you were diagnosed with TB for Christ's sake - I'm sure they'll understand if you want to relieve yourself in a manner that is not as detrimental to yourself as say...partying-it-up with an 8-ball of blow and some booze.

Fortunately, I live in a state that allows patients to use cannabis if they obtain a license. In addition, I can grow up to 46 plants (generally it's 6 per patient, I'll explain in a minute) If you live in a state similar, it's an open-and-shut case for you, especially with your medical history. Being that you have documented respiratory issues, you can inform the doctor that you are unable to smoke cannabis, and you will receive a license for four-times the generally allowed grow-amount (I have additional permissions on my license, hence I can grow up to 46...although I only grow 5-6 at a time becuase I grow only for personal use...and with power, comes responsibility.) Once you have access to growing marijuana, then you can utilize it to cook with, thus, you make your own medicine. Recipies run rampid on the net for cannabis cooking, as well as at your local Barnes & Noble or chain-type book store.

Anyhow, that's my 2 pennies on the whole thing...take it for what it's worth - and I'm a Respiratory Therapist...so I'm not just talking out of my ass. Be safe with whatever decision you choose.

peace,
d_b

[notomorrow]

Hey drunknb! Tnx for your words. To be honest, I was mostly expecting some input from you, as I could see from the previous posts that you are a doctor, so I'm glad you stopped by

Ingesting seems a way to go, as I've been doing it a couple of times. As far as a vaporizer goes, I'm thinking at the portable Magic Flight box for the sole reason that it's portable, not at all to conceal this habit. So I'll be able to carry it with me. Besides, it's fast and easy to use. I think I'll buy the thing and give it a try, see how it feels and how I feel afterwards. If I'm not confortable with it, I'll give it a rest for good. Not worth to take any risk.

No legal MJ in my country. WOW... growing up to 46 plants per patient in your country? Believe me, I'm floored to hear this. I can only hope that this kind of regulations will apply in all countries some day.

Many tnx for your input
If anybody can help with some advice regarding my situation here, It'll be gladly welcomed
Peace

[notomorrow]

thanx again man!

I know what you're saying.
I just placed my order today for a Magic Launch Flight box portable vaporizer. I guess I'll give it a try and really try to take it easy on it see how it feels.
I'll let you guys now how am I dealing with it.
many thanks for your messages

peace

[vapefiend]

For me, smoking even small amounts of herb became intolerable to my lungs, while I've been fine with vapor for years now. So vapor is, in my experience, much kinder to the lungs, but everyone is different and even vapor may disagree with some people having lung issues.