Deepika Kapoor Deepika Kapoor Asked 8 months ago

Does smoking weed cause kidney issues?

My brother-in-law smokes weed daily and he's recently been diagnosed with some kidney issues. His family is very worried. Does smoking weed cause kidney issues?

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Ananya Roy Ananya Roy Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago
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I completely understand how terrifying it is to worry about kidney damage. Weed can affect blood pressure and strain your kidneys, especially if you have underlying issues. Your fears are valid, so please get a simple kidney function test done to ease your mind.

Sanjay Gupta Sanjay Gupta Joined Feb 2026 8 months ago

I agree, smoking weed can definitely put extra stress on your kidneys over time. Make sure you drink lots of water and see a nephrologist if you notice any changes in urination.

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Sunita Deshpande Sunita Deshpande Joined Mar 2026 8 months ago

During my checkup at Sahyadri Hospital, the specialist explained how toxic substances put pressure on the kidneys' filtering system. Please go to a good hospital and ask your doctor clearly about the impact of cannabis on renal health.

Rajeev Verma Rajeev Verma Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Listen to me, don't panic but you need to take care of your organs. Smoking weed regularly can alter blood flow to the kidneys, which isn't good in the long run. Cut down on it and focus on a healthy, clean lifestyle.

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Arvind Pandey Arvind Pandey Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago

Our kidneys filter out toxins to keep our inner system pure and balanced. Putting external smoke into your body disrupts this delicate clearing process. Stay positive, drink pure water, and take gentle care of your temple.

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