Healthcare providers across the country are reporting a significant increase in hospitalizations related to a severe cannabis-induced medical syndrome that doctors are calling 'scromiting' - a portmanteau of screaming and vomiting that graphically describes the patient's experience.
The condition, medically known as cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome (CHS), is emerging as a concerning health issue among frequent marijuana users. Patients experiencing this syndrome encounter an extreme and paradoxical reaction to cannabis, which typically causes intense abdominal pain accompanied by uncontrollable vomiting.
Medical experts note that the syndrome predominantly affects long-term cannabis consumers, with symptoms often developing after years of consistent use. The condition is characterized by cyclical episodes of severe nausea, persistent vomiting, and abdominal discomfort that can lead to emergency room visits.
Physicians have observed that patients suffering from this syndrome frequently experience a unique symptom where hot showers provide temporary relief from their symptoms. This unusual characteristic has become a diagnostic indicator for medical professionals evaluating potential CHS cases.
Dr. Emily Rodriguez, a gastroenterology specialist at Metropolitan Medical Center, explained that the syndrome appears to be linked to the body's long-term cannabinoid receptor interactions. 'We're seeing an increasing number of patients who have used marijuana regularly for years suddenly experiencing these dramatic and debilitating symptoms,' she stated.
Treatment typically involves discontinuing cannabis use, managing symptoms through hydration, and providing supportive medical care. Some patients require multiple hospital interventions to fully recover from severe episodes.
Public health experts are now calling for increased awareness about the potential long-term risks associated with marijuana consumption, emphasizing that frequent users should be alert to early warning signs of this syndrome.
