Cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome: a guide for the practising clinician. (23rd December 2015)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: Bajgoric, Sanjin; Samra, Kiran; Chandrapalan, Subashini; Gautam, Nishant
• Is Part Of: BMJ case reports. Volume 2015
• Publication Date: 2015-12-23
• Subjects: Medicine -- Case studies -- Periodicals; 610.5
• DOI: 10.1136/bcr-2015-210246
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 1757-790X

Abstract

Abstract : Cannabis is the most widely used illicit drug in the world. The medicinal value of cannabis as an antiemetic is well known by the medical fraternity. A less well-recognised entity is the potential for certain chronic users to develop hyperemesis. We describe the case of a young man who presented to us with features of cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome. We review the current literature on this condition, its pathogenesis and management.