The three stages of CHS are the Prodromal Phase, the Hyperemetic Phase and the Recovery Phase.
The Prodromal Phase of CHS is characterized by early morning nausea, abdominal discomfort and a fear of vomiting and you may also experience increased use of cannabis in an attempt to alleviate the symptoms.
The Hyperemetic Phase of CHS is characterized by severe, intractable vomiting which can occur multiple times a day and you will often have intense abdominal pain, dehydration and weight loss and you may take compulsive hot showers or baths to provide temporary relief.
And the recovery phase of CHS is when symptoms resolve when the use of cannabis is discontinued and you may also experience a period of normal eating and improved health and the recurrence of the symptoms is also possible if you resume the use of cannabis.
Doctors test for CHS based on your clinical history, a physical examination and also through blood tests, imaging tests like ultrasound, CT scan and even a gastric emptying study to assess your stomach function.
Blood tests are done to test for CHS, to rule out other causes of nausea and vomiting, like electrolyte imbalances, infections or pancreatitis.
Ultrasounds, CT scans etc are done to rule out structural abnormalities.
A physical exam will check for abdominal pain and tenderness, dehydration and electrolyte imbalances.
And a clinical history exam for CHS will check for heavy cannabis use, compulsive bathing, relief with hot showers or hot baths, and persistent nausea and vomiting, which often gets worse in the morning.
CHS or Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome is often diagnosed based on your medical history, symptoms and your response to discontinuation of the use of cannabis.
CHS also known Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome is commonly mistaken for Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome also called CVS.
CHS or Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome is causes episodes of intense vomiting, abdominal pain and dehydration, which is similar to CHS.
Although CVS or Cyclic Vomiting Syndrome is not associated with cannabis use.
CHS or Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome is a condition that causes persistent and severe nausea and vomiting as well as abdominal pain that is also associated with chronic use of cannabis.
The symptoms of CHS or Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome are electrolyte imbalances, dehydration, diarrhea or constipation, severe abdominal pain that is often relieved by taking hot baths or hot showers and persistent vomiting and nausea.
The actual cause of CHS or Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome is not know, although it's believe that Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome or CHS is related to the interaction between the cannabinoids, which are the active compounds in cannabis, and your body's endocannabinoid system.
Chronic cannabis use can disrupt the system and result in symptoms of CHS or Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome.
CHS or Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome is often diagnosed based on your medical history, symptoms and your response to discontinuation of the use of cannabis.
Although there's no specific diagnostic test for CHS or Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome.
The only treatment that is effective for CHS or Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome is to stop the use of cannabis.
And in some cases, medications like antiemetics or anti-nausea drugs may be prescribed.
Other treatments for CHS or Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome, can provide some relief, like Ginger tea, hot showers and hot baths, peppermint oil and probiotics can help.