[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":117},["ShallowReactive",2],{"story-1266-en":3},{"id":4,"slug":5,"slugs":5,"currentSlug":5,"title":6,"subtitle":7,"coverImagesSmall":8,"coverImages":9,"content":25,"questions":26,"relatedArticles":39,"body_color":115,"card_color":116},"1266",null,"The Dark Side of Cannabis: Unraveling the Medical Mystery of 'Scromiting'","- Emerging Health Syndrome Challenges Marijuana Legalization Narrative",[],[10,11,12,13,14,15,16,17,18,19,20,21,22,23,24],"https://www.businessdailyafrica.com/resource/image/5288394/landscape_ratio3x2/1620/1080/ba208561a9ca6e93aef6646044b20a18/rN/pic-2-salt.jpg","https://images.healthandme.com/thumb/msid-153260218,thumbsize-1264932,width-1280,height-720,resizemode-3/153260218.jpg","https://medicaldialogues.in/h-upload/2025/11/13/1500x900_308181-diabetes-2.webp","https://static.independent.co.uk/2025/12/08/3/39/Scale-shows-the-weight-of-a-child-during-a-weight-loss-program-at-a-hospital-in-Beijing.jpeg","https://img.asmedia.epimg.net/resizer/v2/JYRNACCDOVBINENDBOSBGZHBGU.jpg?auth=7e255db3ba1fad8f325c8b39d03ce95afc0e8842d4a29daa767d775b15607fe5&width=1472&height=828&smart=true","https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/msid-125782967,width-1280,height-720,resizemode-4/125782967.jpg","https://healthnewshub.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/GettyImages-1409178241.jpg","https://m.economictimes.com/thumb/msid-125808206,width-1200,height-900,resizemode-4,imgsize-25054/the-hidden-habit-spiking-your-blood-pressure-doctors-say-break-it-now.jpg","https://media.springernature.com/m685/springer-static/image/art%3A10.1038%2Fs41371-025-01104-7/MediaObjects/41371_2025_1104_Fig1_HTML.png","https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/11/28/1600x900/logo/Dash_diet_1764344608960_1764344611645.png","https://static.toiimg.com/thumb/msid-125704196,width-1280,height-720,resizemode-4/125704196.jpg","https://www.acsh.org/sites/default/files/styles/large/public/articles/screenshot-2025-12-04-at-4.15.17-pm.png.jpg?itok=8V1QppLL","https://www.lagradaonline.com/us/wp-content/uploads/2025/12/sodium-processed-meats-750x422.jpg","http://d3i5p6znmm9yua.cloudfront.net/360_Tiffin_Live/0/0/0/0/798/514/798514_1","https://www.hindustantimes.com/ht-img/img/2025/12/03/1600x900/logo/sodium_1764768923564_1764768927839.jpg","The emergence of **cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome** (CHS) represents a critical inflection point in the ongoing dialogue about marijuana's long-term health implications. At the intersection of medical research and cannabis advocacy, the phenomenon of 'scromiting'—a disturbing combination of screaming and vomiting—is exposing unexpected physiological risks that challenge the narrative of cannabis as a harmless recreational substance.\n\n**Medical Complexity and Emerging Evidence**: First documented in 2004 through a small Australian study, CHS has transitioned from a marginal medical curiosity to a daily clinical reality. Emergency departments are now witnessing consistent cases of this syndrome, with medical professionals like Dr. David Streem from Cleveland Clinic reporting frequent occurrences. The syndrome's core mechanism remains enigmatic—researchers remain uncertain about the precise role of THC potency in triggering these extreme physiological responses.\n\n**Regulatory and Cultural Tension**: The syndrome's emergence coincides with a significant cultural shift, with 24 states having legalized recreational marijuana. This creates a complex landscape where medical warnings clash directly with expanding cannabis accessibility. Cannabis advocates like Paul Armentano argue that the syndrome is rare and potentially overstated, while medical professionals view it as a serious, systemic health warning. This divide highlights the broader challenge of translating scientific understanding into public health policy.\n\n**Treatment and Diagnostic Challenges**: Diagnosing CHS requires a specific constellation of symptoms: cyclical vomiting, prolonged marijuana use, and symptom relief upon cessation of consumption. Treatment is remarkably straightforward yet counterintuitive—complete marijuana abstinence. Medical interventions range from IV drips to targeted medications, with patients finding temporary relief through unexpected methods like hot showers and capsaicin cream.\n\nThe 'scromiting' phenomenon represents more than a medical curiosity—it's a critical signal of the complex, often unpredictable interactions between long-term cannabis consumption and human physiology. As legalization continues to expand, this syndrome demands rigorous scientific investigation and nuanced public health communication.",[27,30,33,36],{"title":28,"answer":29,"author":5,"avatar":5,"time":5},"What exactly is 'scromiting' and how is it related to cannabis use?","'Scromiting' is a medical term combining 'screaming' and 'vomiting', describing a severe syndrome associated with prolonged marijuana consumption. It's characterized by cyclical vomiting and intense pain, typically occurring in long-term cannabis users and requiring complete cessation of marijuana use for symptom relief.",{"title":31,"answer":32,"author":5,"avatar":5,"time":5},"Why are medical experts and cannabis advocates divided on this issue?","Medical professionals view CHS as a serious health warning about long-term cannabis consumption, while advocates see it as potential fearmongering. The divide stems from limited understanding of the syndrome's exact mechanisms and ongoing debates about marijuana's physiological impacts.",{"title":34,"answer":35,"author":5,"avatar":5,"time":5},"What treatments are available for CHS?","Treatment primarily involves completely stopping marijuana use. Medical interventions include IV hydration, specific medications, and patients often find temporary relief through hot showers, baths, and topical capsaicin cream. The most effective treatment remains total cannabis abstinence.",{"title":37,"answer":38,"author":5,"avatar":5,"time":5},"How common is Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome (CHS)?","While exact prevalence is debated, medical professionals report daily occurrences in emergency departments. Cannabis advocates argue it's rare, but increasing legalization and medical documentation suggest it's a growing clinical concern that requires further research.",[40,45,50,54,59,63,68,72,77,81,86,90,94,99,103,107,111],{"id":41,"title":42,"source":43,"logo":19,"time":44},49802,"DASH diet for hypertension: Expert recommends 10 foods to help you control high blood pressure and manage heart health | Hindustan Times","https://www.hindustantimes.com/health/dash-diet-for-hypertension-expert-recommends-10-foods-to-help-you-control-high-blood-pressure-and-manage-heart-health-101764344055843.html","10D AGO",{"id":46,"title":47,"source":48,"logo":20,"time":49},49801,"Cardiologists reveal top food habit to stop if you have hypertension","https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/life-style/health-fitness/health-news/cardiologists-reveal-top-food-habit-to-stop-if-you-have-hypertension/articleshow/125704193.cms","9D AGO",{"id":51,"title":52,"source":53,"logo":14,"time":49},49800,"Laura Demrose, dietitian, explains that processed meats: “may also play a role in raising blood pressure by na","https://en.as.com/latest_news/laura-demrose-dietitian-explains-that-processed-meats-may-also-play-a-role-in-raising-blood-pressure-by-narrowing-arteries-f202512-n/",{"id":55,"title":56,"source":57,"logo":24,"time":58},49899,"Cardiologist lists 7 high-sodium Indian foods you should avoid to reduce salt intake and manage hypertension effectively | Health","https://www.hindustantimes.com/lifestyle/health/cardiologist-lists-9-high-sodium-indian-foods-you-should-avoid-to-reduce-salt-intake-and-manage-hypertension-effectively-101764767707718.html","6D AGO",{"id":60,"title":61,"source":62,"logo":18,"time":58},49799,"Sodium reduction is the key ingredient in dietary treatment of hypertension – a randomized controlled trial on sodium, potassium and nitrate","https://www.nature.com/articles/s41371-025-01104-7",{"id":64,"title":65,"source":66,"logo":22,"time":67},49898,"It's official—dietitian Laura Demrose of Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center confirms that sodium and nitrates in processed meats directly impact blood pressure","https://www.lagradaonline.com/us/processed-meats-impact-blood-pressure/","5D AGO",{"id":69,"title":70,"source":71,"logo":5,"time":58},49798,"Study by Indian Body, Center for Chronic Disease Control Reiterates Link Between Lower Salt Intake and Reduced Hypertension & Cardiovascular Disease","https://m.thewire.in/article/ptiprnews/study-by-indian-body-center-for-chronic-disease-control-reiterates-link-between-lower-salt-intake-and-reduced-hypertension-cardiovascular-disease",{"id":73,"title":74,"source":75,"logo":10,"time":76},49897,"You only need one teaspoon of salt per day….","https://www.businessdailyafrica.com/bd/lifestyle/health-fitness/you-only-need-one-teaspoon-of-salt-per-day--5288376","3D AGO",{"id":78,"title":79,"source":80,"logo":23,"time":67},49797,"The importance of monitoring sodium intake","https://advertiser-tribune.com/news/680839/the-importance-of-monitoring-sodium-intake/",{"id":82,"title":83,"source":84,"logo":5,"time":85},52363,"What is 'scromiting'? New medical slang divides health experts, cannabis advocates","https://www.usatoday.com/story/life/health-wellness/2025/12/08/what-is-scromiting-marijuana-cannabis-sickness/87621838007/","2D AGO",{"id":87,"title":88,"source":89,"logo":11,"time":76},52310,"Scromiting: Unusual Symptom Caused By A Deadly Cannabin Condition; All You Need To Know","https://www.healthandme.com/health-wellness/scromiting-unusual-symptom-caused-by-a-deadly-cannabin-condition-all-you-need-to-know-article-153260218",{"id":91,"title":92,"source":93,"logo":15,"time":67},49796,"Why Indians tend to eat more salt: How it harms you and which Indian foods to avoid","https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/life-style/food-news/why-indians-tend-to-eat-more-salt-how-it-harms-you-and-which-indian-foods-to-avoid/articleshow/125782890.cms",{"id":95,"title":96,"source":97,"logo":17,"time":98},49795,"The hidden habit spiking your Blood Pressure — doctors say break it now","https://m.economictimes.com/us/life/the-hidden-habit-spiking-your-blood-pressure-doctors-say-break-it-now/articleshow/125808213.cms","4D AGO",{"id":100,"title":101,"source":102,"logo":16,"time":76},49794,"10 Foods With More Sodium Than You Think","https://hartfordhospital.org/about-hh/news-center/news-detail?articleId=66930",{"id":104,"title":105,"source":106,"logo":13,"time":76},51304,"New weight-loss drug can burn fat without wasting muscle","https://www.the-independent.com/news/science/weight-loss-drug-muscle-loss-prevention-b2879841.html",{"id":108,"title":109,"source":110,"logo":12,"time":85},51305,"New fat-burning diabetes pill protects muscle and appetite, reports research","https://medicaldialogues.in/diabetes-endocrinology/news/new-fat-burning-diabetes-pill-protects-muscle-and-appetite-reports-research-160192",{"id":112,"title":113,"source":114,"logo":21,"time":76},52309,"Scromiting: A (Very) Dark Side of Marijuana. Back in the News","https://www.acsh.org/news/2025/12/08/scromiting-very-dark-side-marijuana-back-news-49857","#10174fff","#10174f4d",1765405858816]