As cannabis use increases globally, doctors are reporting a worrying rise in a condition so painful and intense that some women describe it as “worse than childbirth.”
This condition is called scromiting — a blend of screaming + vomiting, and it’s as frightening as it sounds.

Here’s everything you need to know 👇

1️⃣ What Does “Scromiting” Mean?

Scromiting = Screaming + Vomiting
The term refers to episodes of extreme nausea, uncontrollable vomiting, and screaming from unbearable abdominal pain.

It is officially known as Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome (CHS).

2️⃣ What Causes Scromiting?

CHS occurs in long-term, heavy cannabis users, especially those who consume high-potency products.
Researchers suspect:

· The body’s endocannabinoid system gets overwhelmed

· THC begins to trigger, not relieve, nausea

· Chronic exposure may disrupt gut–brain signalling

3️⃣ Symptoms Are Intense — and Scary

People experiencing scromiting may suffer:

· Repeated, uncontrollable vomiting

· Severe upper abdominal pain

· Screaming due to discomfort

· Dehydration

· Hot flashes and sweating

· Anxiety or panic

Some patients vomit 10–20 times in an hour.

4️⃣ Hot Showers Temporarily Relieve It

One hallmark sign of CHS:
People compulsively take hot showers or baths because heat calms the brain’s nausea receptors.
But relief lasts only while the water is hot.

5️⃣ Why Is Scromiting Increasing Worldwide?

Experts believe the rise is linked to:

· Greater access to marijuana

· Increase in high-potency THC products

· Daily or chronic usage

· Edibles and concentrates delivering stronger doses

Many users aren't aware that cannabis can cause this condition.

6️⃣ Who Is Most at Risk?

Scromiting is more common in:

· Daily or near-daily cannabis users

· people using marijuana for years

· Those consuming high-THC vapes, dabs, and edibles

· Younger adults, especially teens and early 20s

7️⃣ The Only Real Cure: Stop Cannabis Use

While medications may temporarily help, CHS typically won’t resolve until cannabis use is stopped.
Once users quit, symptoms usually disappear within:

· Days to weeks

Continuing cannabis often leads to recurring episodes.

8️⃣ Severe Cases Can Require Hospitalization

Doctors warn that untreated CHS can cause:

· Severe dehydration

· Electrolyte imbalance

· Kidney injury

· Long ER stays

Some patients get hospitalized multiple times before getting the correct diagnosis.

⚠️ Final Takeaway

Scromiting is a serious, painful condition linked to chronic, heavy marijuana use.
With its symptoms rising globally, awareness is crucial — especially as cannabis becomes more accessible and more potent.

 

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