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Cannabis frequently is used for endometriosis pain

Publish date:: November 21, 2019

Key clinical point: Women with endometriosis pain or chronic pain reported moderate efficacy for cannabis and slight efficacy for CBD.

Major finding: Of 366 women with endometriosis pain or chronic pain, 37% reported past or present marijuana use.

Study details: Survey of 366 women.

Disclosures: Dr. Reinert has no relevant financial disclosures.

Citation:

REPORTING FROM THE AAGL GLOBAL CONGRESS

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