This photo is off a child who suffers from this disease.   Patients get blisters that can occur anywhere and typically all over the body as a result of trauma to the area (simple trauma like bumping your arm)    My patient today lost the ability to use all his fingers and toes because of sever scaring as a result of the blistering.  He ambulates primarily in a electric scooter but can walk a little bit at a time.

His blisters are extremely painful and he said he has a very hard time getting comfortable at night.   Not surprisingly all of the opiates (fentanyl, Morphine, Vicodin etc) his doctor prescribed did not relieve his pain and actually caused severe gastrointestinal symptoms.   He came in with his mother and told me that for the past three months he has tried medicating with cannabis to get some relief and to their amazement it has worked great.  He said it is the only thing that makes him comfortable.   They were so encouraged by our visit now that he and his Mother can safely access cannabis through a local collective.

L. if you happen to stumble upon this blog… I want to tell you a few things.   Your positive attitude is amazing, inspiring and humbling.  You are a rock and it was truly an honor to take care of you.  I can’t imagine what you are going through and your positive outlook will make me a better person and doctor.   I left my office today with just such an incredible sense of gratitude for everything I have in my life and prayed that you find comfort and relief in your days ahead.    I hope and pray that cannabis continues to help you.   Thank you for coming into my life and truly inspiring me.  If there is anything else I can do please let me know!

Be blessed,

Dr Breen