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by Chane Leigh
Cannabis Hyperemesis Syndrome (CHS) is a rare condition that only occurs in users that consume cannabis daily and for the long-term. It is a condition that leads to repeated and severe spells of vomiting. The effects of cannabis on the body are complex and can display presents its effects in a variety of forms. Professionals are still trying to figure out how CHS is caused in those few individuals unlucky enough to have CHS.
Generally, cannabis is world-renowned for its anti-nausea and vomiting properties. Cannabis is also an increasingly popular treatment for patients with conditions that involve a lot of vomiting such as chemotherapy.
The cannabinoids in the plant attach and interact with the receptors found throughout our bodies. For the purpose of CHS, they suggest that frequent cannabis consumption may lead to a depletion in the receptors found in the brain. As a result, cannabis binds and reacts predominately with the receptors in your gut which then causes the vomiting spells. However, this has not been confirmed.
Healthcare providers have divided the symptoms into 3 stages: the prodromal stage (the period in-between vomiting and cannabis consumption), the hyperemetic stage (when the syndrome is at its’ full effect due to cannabis consumption) and the recovery stage (once the individual has seized all cannabis consumption).
Treatment includes a short stay at a hospital where you will be subject to the following treatments:
If CHS is left untreated, it could lead to much worse conditions such as kidney failure.
This syndrome may seem very scary, but it is important to remember that the chances of you having CHS are extremely rare. However, if you suspect that you may be one of the few individuals with CHS, you should go to your doctor or hospital immediately.
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