"I still partly think this is bullshit": A qualitative analysis of cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome perceptions among people with chronic cannabis use and cyclic vomiting.
Drug Alcohol Depend
; 246: 109853, 2023 05 01.
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ABSTRACT
BACKGROUND:
Cannabis is the most widely used psychoactive substance in the United States (US), with reported use patterns increasing among adults in recent years. Cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome (CHS) has been one concern related to increased cannabis use patterns. US emergency departments have reported an increase of CHS cases over the last decade, yet little is known about CHS. This study explores the experiences of people with chronic cannabis use and cyclic vomiting and their perceptions of CHS.METHODS:
Semi-structured interviews were conducted with 24 people recruited from a prospective cohort of patients presenting to Rhode Island emergency departments with symptomatic cyclic vomiting and chronic cannabis use. Data were analyzed thematically using NVivo.FINDINGS:
Participants characterized their cyclic vomiting as related to food and alcohol consumption patterns, stress, and existing gastrointestinal issues. Despite recurrent episodes of cyclic vomiting, nausea, and abdominal pain, many participants remained uncertain whether their symptoms were driven by cannabis. Many participants relied on at-home research to assess their symptoms and seek out management approaches. Clinical treatment recommendations focused on cannabis cessation. However, most participants felt clinical recommendations failed to consider the complexity and challenge of stopping cannabis use given the chronicity of use and therapeutic benefits some perceived cannabis to have.CONCLUSIONS:
Although cannabis cessation is the only reported CHS cure to date, additional clinical and non-clinical treatment approaches are needed to better support people with chronic cannabis use and cyclic vomiting to meet their ongoing needs.Palabras clave
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Cannabinoides
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Cannabis
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Abuso de Marihuana
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Alucinógenos
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Diagnostic_studies
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Guideline
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Observational_studies
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Qualitative_research
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Risk_factors_studies
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Drug Alcohol Depend
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2023
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