Gastroent Hepat Barc
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June 2009
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Cannabinoid hyperemesis is characterized by recurring episodes of nausea and vomiting, with a stereotyped pattern, related to cannabis consumption. This syndrome is a paradoxical reaction to cannabis that develops in susceptible chronic cannabis users after several years of exposure. There is a direct relationship between cannabis use and the onset of the hyperemesis and between cessation of cannabis use and symptom resolution. ⋯ The symptoms were relieved by hot baths. A complete gastroenterological study was performed and no alterations were found. Cannabis use and its cessation are related to the presence or absence of the symptoms.