Casey Grover, MD, FACEP
Casey Grover, MD, FACEP, FASAM
Hot Showers and Horror Stories: Scromiting and Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome
Hot Showers and Horror Stories: Scromiting and Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome
Hot Showers and Horror Stories: Scromiting and Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome
Monday 21st April 2025
Dr. Casey Grover explains Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome (CHS), or 'scromiting', caused by heavy cannabis use. Learn about symptoms, treatment, and more.
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Casey Grover, MD, FACEP
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Episode Overview
- CHS is characterised by severe nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain due to heavy cannabis use.
- Hot showers can temporarily relieve symptoms but don't treat the underlying condition.
- Increased potency of cannabis products has exacerbated CHS cases.
- Treatment involves stopping cannabis use and managing withdrawal symptoms.
- Patients often struggle to accept that cannabis is the cause of their symptoms.
'Scromiting? That's genius. That's exactly what this syndrome is.'
Dr. Casey Grover takes you on a journey through the challenging and often misunderstood condition known as Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome (CHS), or 'scromiting'. In this episode of Addiction Medicine Made Easy, Dr. Grover shares his extensive experience from the emergency department, explaining how heavy cannabis use can lead to severe nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain. You'll hear about the paradoxical relief patients find in hot showers and the frustrations faced by both patients and medical professionals in treating this syndrome.
Dr. Grover also highlights the increasing potency of cannabis products over the years and its impact on CHS. He provides practical advice on managing the symptoms and long-term strategies for those struggling with cannabis use disorder. This episode is not just informative but also filled with personal anecdotes, making it a must-listen for anyone interested in understanding the complexities of substance use disorders.
Don't miss out on this eye-opening discussion that could change the way you think about cannabis and its effects.