Hi! First off I want to commend you for putting your personal struggle out there for all to see I believe having these conversations can bring great enlightenment in everyone involved. I live in the great state of Michigan which medical marijuana was passed in 2008, since we have had hundreds of dispensary’s pop up. I am a current card holder (I have health issues like ibs, aniexity , chronic headaches and kids lol ) but I have always fancied mj. Since the wonderful world of medical marijuana has come into my life I can honestly say it has made me a better person (feeling better less pain more energy and a better mom) their is sooo many ways to get thc and cbd In your body, vaping like you mentioned, dabs , joints, edibles and topicals. I would start off with a low dose of thc, 20 milligram edible will make you feel like your floating, pain will ease and that usually lasts for 4-6 hours. I always recommend edibles for illness and than moving onto flower. Of course you’ll get benefits from both but they have a different high. I get horrible cramping from my ibs that the only thing that calms it down is a nice hybrid of mostly indica a few hits and I’m feeling better. Cannabis is such a wonderful healing plant that we have only just scratched the surface of it.. so much more to come! I really hope this has helped you and you get on the path to healing! If you have any questions please feel free to ask!