Healthcare providers are reporting a noticeable uptick in CHS cases, a syndrome that paradoxically affects regular cannabis users. Although cannabis is often used to treat nausea, CHS has the opposite effect, leaving patients dehydrated and in pain. Many sufferers find temporary relief through hot showers, a peculiar symptom that has become a diagnostic clue.
Doctors note that CHS can be difficult to identify, as its symptoms mimic those of gastrointestinal or psychological disorders. It is often only recognized after other causes are ruled out and patients disclose frequent cannabis use.
Medical professionals are urging increased awareness and education about CHS, particularly among daily users who may be unaware that their habitual consumption could be the source of their distress. As cannabis becomes more accessible across the country, public health officials stress the importance of recognizing adverse effects and seeking help early.
While CHS is treatable—primarily through cannabis cessation—it can lead to serious complications if left unchecked. Emergency department physicians are calling for improved patient education and additional research into the syndrome to better support those affected by this unexpected consequence of cannabis consumption.
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