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[2] [5] Diagnosis is based on the symptoms; a history of cannabis use, especially persistent, frequent use of high-dose cannabis products; and ruling out other possible causes of hyperemesis. [6] The condition is typically present for some time before the diagnosis is made. [6] The only known curative treatment for CHS is to stop using cannabis.
Several other medical conditions, such as cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome (CHS), can mimic the same symptoms, and it is important to rule these out. If all other possible causes have been excluded, a diagnosis of CVS using Rome criteria by a physician may be appropriate.
Long-term cannabis users are at risk for developing cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome (CHS), characterized by recurrent bouts of intense vomiting and abdominal cramping during or within 48 hours of heavy cannabis use. [112] The mechanism behind CHS is poorly understood and is contrary to the antiemetic properties of cannabis and cannabinoids.
A Calgary woman received a surprising diagnosis when she wound up in the ER after vomiting 30 times in a single day.
Aprepitant has been identified as having strong potential in treating protracted vomiting episodes in individuals with cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome. [25] This syndrome is characterized by nausea , cyclical vomiting , and cramping abdominal pain resulting from prolonged, frequent cannabis use.
The patient was diagnosed with cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome, linked to marijuana use. She tried to soothe the pain by showering and was burned.
Most symptoms begin during the first week of abstinence and resolve after a few weeks. [6] About 12% of heavy cannabis users showed cannabis withdrawal symptoms as defined by the DSM-5, and this was associated with significant disability as well as mood, anxiety, and personality disorders. [19] Furthermore, a study on 49 dependent cannabis ...
Cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome (similar to cyclic vomiting syndrome, but has cannabis use as its underlying cause). High doses of ionizing radiation sometimes trigger a vomit reflex. Violent fits of coughing, hiccups, or asthma; Anxiety; Depression; Overexertion (doing too much strenuous exercise can lead to vomiting shortly afterwards).