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Scromiting and CHS on the Rise as Potency Grows in Cannabis
health1 month ago

Scromiting and CHS on the Rise as Potency Grows in Cannabis

ER doctors are seeing more cases of cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome (CHS), including the distressing “scromiting” (screaming while vomiting), linked to long-term, high-potency cannabis use. CHS causes intense abdominal pain and vomiting, with some relief from very hot baths; cases have risen as cannabis products become more potent after legalization. The condition is still poorly understood, but quitting cannabis often helps, though cessation can be challenging, and CHS may co-occur with psychiatric conditions.

via Yahoo Lifestyle Canada|
#cannabinoid-hyperemesis-syndrome#cannabis-use-disorder#health
New Review Urges Quitting Cannabis After Reports of Severe 'Scromiting'
health1 month ago

New Review Urges Quitting Cannabis After Reports of Severe 'Scromiting'

A JAMA Insights review links chronic cannabis use to scromiting (scream-vomiting), a manifestation of cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome, and says sustained abstinence is the only proven cure. The article notes rising THC potency may drive more cases, cites a spike in CHS-related emergency visits, and estimates about 6% of marijuana users experience scromiting annually. It also recommends addiction counseling, gradual reduction, and switching to lower-potency products, while warning that withdrawal and relapse can occur.

via Washington Times|
#abstinence#cannabis#chs
New study links 'scromiting' to cannabis-induced vomiting and urges complete abstinence
health1 month ago

New study links 'scromiting' to cannabis-induced vomiting and urges complete abstinence

A Mayo Clinic–Ohio State University study published in JAMA Insights warns that chronic cannabis use can trigger cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome and its severe “scromiting” episodes; with rising THC levels in cannabis products, researchers say sustained abstinence is the only proven long-term cure and abrupt quitting can trigger withdrawal, underscoring the role of addiction counseling and switching to lower-potency cannabis. The study also notes CHS-related emergency department visits rose markedly from 2016 to 2022, while the exact prevalence of scromiting remains unclear (one clinician estimates about 6% of marijuana users may experience it annually).

via Washington Times|
#abstinence#cannabinoid-hyperemesis-syndrome#emergency-department-visits
Teen’s Cannabis Scromiting Linked to Acute Thiamine-Deficiency Brain Disorder
health1 month ago

Teen’s Cannabis Scromiting Linked to Acute Thiamine-Deficiency Brain Disorder

A 15-year-old with cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome (CHS) suffered from severe vomiting that led to dangerous vitamin B1 (thiamine) deficiency and signs of Wernicke encephalopathy, a brain disorder usually associated with alcohol misuse. After rapid thiamine treatment, his neurological symptoms improved and he recovered enough to be discharged; he later stopped using cannabis. The case, one of the earliest pediatric CHS-linked instances of this brain condition, underscores the risk of nutritional deficits in CHS and suggests clinicians consider empiric thiamine supplementation in teens with prolonged CHS and new neurologic findings, even if MRI is inconclusive.

via Gizmodo|
#cannabis#chs#health
Vaping Cannabis May Trigger Faster CHS Onset, Study Finds
health6 months ago

Vaping Cannabis May Trigger Faster CHS Onset, Study Finds

A study of cannabis hyperemesis syndrome (CHS) involving over 1,100 respondents found heavy daily use of THC-rich vape cartridges was linked to a faster onset of CHS symptoms, including the severe vomiting nicknamed “scromiting,” compared with smoking or edibles; researchers caution that the results show association, not causation, and CHS remains poorly understood with limited treatment options.

via New York Post|
#cannabis#chs#health
Rise of 'Scromiting': The Mysterious Cannabis Syndrome
health9 months ago

Rise of 'Scromiting': The Mysterious Cannabis Syndrome

Cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome (CHS), also known as 'scromiting,' is a rare but increasingly recognized condition among long-term high-potency cannabis users, characterized by severe vomiting and abdominal pain. Its prevalence has risen significantly with increased legalization and potency of cannabis, especially among young adults. Experts suggest moderation and further research into the condition's causes and mechanisms, as abstinence remains the only confirmed treatment.

via Chicago Tribune|
#cannabis#chs#health
Scromiting: The Rising Marijuana-Linked Vomiting Disorder
health10 months ago

Scromiting: The Rising Marijuana-Linked Vomiting Disorder

Scromiting, medically known as cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome (CHS), is a severe condition linked to long-term cannabis use that causes intense nausea and vomiting, leading to increased ER visits. Recognized by WHO and CDC, its prevalence is rising as cannabis consumption becomes more frequent, highlighting the need for medical awareness and patient education.

via Times of India|
#cannabis#chs#emergency-room