title: [Physiological dangers of the use of Cannabis sativa].
abstract: The increasing use of Cannabis sativa (dagga) raises the question whether it could cause physical harm to the user. The earlier belief that cannabis could be used effectively in the treatment of various illnesses contributes to the tendency of cannabis users to reject the possibility that it may be harmful to their health. Scientific research, however, indicates that cannabis has no medicinal value. On the contrary, it may cause serious physical damage.
mesh_terms: D000818:Animals; D001921:Brain / Q000187:drug effects; D002188:Cannabis; D002319:Cardiovascular System / Q000187:drug effects; D002477:Cells / Q000378:metabolism; D004064:Digestive System / Q000187:drug effects; D013759:Dronabinol / Q000494:pharmacology; D005123:Eye / Q000187:drug effects; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008017:Life Expectancy; D011247:Pregnancy; D012137:Respiratory System / Q000187:drug effects; D014018:Tissue Distribution
chemical_list: D013759:Dronabinol
vernacular_title: Fisiologiese gevare van die gebruik van Cannabis sativa.