Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome: What is it?

Cannabinoid hyperemesis is a rare syndrome that occurs among regular cannabis users. Allen et al were the first to describe it in 2004. It’s characterized by recurrent episodes of nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. The vomiting usually lasts between two and four days and doesn’t respond to the usual treatment with antiemetics. On the other hand, hot baths do alleviate the symptoms of most patients. However, these only disappear completely with the cessation of cannabis use. Because cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome is an extremely rare condition, it often takes time for people to be properly diagnosed. In fact, it’s estimated that,…