Chs symptoms reddit I have had CHS before and don’t remember the symptoms lasting this long. ALSO a T-Break will tell you, if your symptoms subside within 14 days and come back when you smoke, Definitely don’t listen to this clown. To lower the morbidity, CHS is best managed by an interprofessional team. No eating at least 2 hours before you go to bed. I've been smoking since I was 18, so 25+ years. How long until your symptoms subsided after you quit smoking? Don't be shy, share your experience in the comments votes There was a minor with CHS in the ER for the third time this week. Shortly after that Oz and a half was gone, I took a break and improved many areas of my life. But yeah ive seen many on here claim cannabis can have an affect on stomach acid (no source) but reflux is caused by a valve that doesn't close when needed, maybe its affecting this as well? I stopped smoking over a year ago from presumed CHS. After quitting the first time I still had CHS symptoms for a while I 28m smoke tobacco with marijuana and was wondering if nicotine is a trigger for symptoms. I'm starting to think it was the Progresso soup I ate about 2 hrs before that all happened. Dude you need to take along look in the mirror and reevaluate your decision making process. I was a daily user but never “wake and baked”. Having said that it's been my personal experience, and from being on this subreddit for over a year, I believe a lot of other people's experience, that you won't be able to resume full-time daily smoking without the threat of CHS looming over you. I’ve been clean since my last episode exactly 1 month ago, and today I’ve had symptoms closely resembling my CHS episodes (pain beginning in my back & chest, eventually reaching my abdomen). Although I was a long time user, I experienced pretty intense symptoms all the way until about 45 days. I luckily only had symptoms for about 10 days. It has taken all that – plus a family and friends intervention, and lots of internet research about CHS to make me believe that my vomiting is really caused by smoking. I’m exhausted with quitting & with the grip weed has on my life. i would say it probably varies from person to person and depending on your nicotine tolerance, but if you suspect it is giving you issues, listen to your CHS symptoms lasted about 2 weeks for me, agonizing stomach pain, nausea & vomiting (could barely keep anything down, including water, Ginger ale soda was consumable though), and I forgot what other symptoms at this point. Regardless if its chs or not smoking is one of the worst things you can do while throwing up. Take a bath, going for walks helped me but might be hard Did not puke again and the gas x and pepto bismol have been helping me settle. my symptoms were really bad until Friday, it finally kinda settled and i was able to eat 3 meals, so as long as i have food in me i have almost no pain. And personally I feel that is a good thing. Irritability, nausea, headaches and restlessness are all symptoms of weed leaving your body for good. it’s about time i admit this not to you but myself. Shit it could be because I once took the "one chip challenge" and proper nuked my i have CHS whenever i don’t smoke i try to smoke daily pretty much whenever i can and almost have no appetite and always nauseous when i dont smoke i barely throw up anymore but when i do im better after, but in the beginning it was really bad but when i stop for a few days symptoms go away for me and when i tried again i was fine the next day but when i start smoking a lot Unless you give us some more information or your experience, everything you say is even less accurate because it’s 2’d hand conjecture. The severity of CHS can vary depending on the person. I have never actually thrown up but I do experience nausea consistently every morning. I can’t say what those were. i am in love with being high. chs is chs. Even with careful moderation and medical guidance, there's still a significant risk of experiencing CHS symptoms again. He gets frequent bouts of vomiting, low blood pressure, and dizziness. Do all people with CHS have an Addiction? right, i just can’t afford to lose weight & now it’s a 50/50 if i even get hungry but i’ll take that 50%. My anx also makes my CHS symptoms worse, but I cant tell if im just noticing the issues more during the attacks or if its ACTUALLY making it worse. Get the Reddit app Scan this QR code to download the app now. I usually smoke about half a joint and since my tolerance is so low its plenty enough. The upside to this approach is that it's a non-invasive, straightforward way to either It COULD be, watch your temp. i was hungover, because it was after halloween, but the vomiting didnt stop for I have anxiety and OCD- one of my main obsessions is my physical health. My second CHS episode was after 3-4 months of 20-50mg of edibles every day, which was about 6-7 months after my first episode. I also wanted to note I am going to start therapy next week and then truthfully tell me doctor about all my symptoms. I have autism so I I have found this to be the issue for myself. regardless, most medical professionals say that the *ONLY* way to tell the difference between cvs and chs is to take a tolerance break. Just trying to find others experience like mine cause a vast majority of info in these groups is symptoms relating to vomiting, nausea and actually feeling sick when mine only ever were getting stuck in my own head and having a panic attack and health anxiety which, like CHS, is like a lifelong battle that you got to get over and can be brought It has been over 2 weeks since I stopped vaping. Also CHS is caused by the cannabinoids not the terpenes. I also would like to mention that I eat about 1 pound of ground beef quite often. i recently went to the doctor a few days ago due to my symptoms STILL occuring (bloating in my stomach, back pain/pressure, random waves of nausea, acid reflux, etc. The worst one I found I was back to eating like normal and living life (minus the withdrawal symptoms which imo make day to day much worse) and generally seem like things go back to normal fairly quick. You gotta simply will yourself through the sickness. Everyone is different. All of my symptoms seemed to match up with those listed on the article so I decided to quit bc I’d rather not smoke I started having prodromal symptoms back in july of 2020, found out about chs in april of 2021. I quit cannabis about a week ago ( I was quite the frequent user). Posted by u/[Deleted Account] - 1 vote and 14 comments coming from a 90 day break, I can usually smoke occasionally for a month or so before my gut starts hating me again. If your symptoms resolve after stopping cannabis use, it Like others report, taking frequent hot showers helps, but I am concerned that the only thing that may stop symptoms altogether is to completely quit smoking weed. for cvs, it usually does wonders. Or check it out in the app stores Home is when I noticed my symptoms started to get worse so I did I a little research and came across an article explaining CHS. I made it to 23 days, then again 9, and I’m on day 1 again. Do you guys think I have CHS? Post CHS symptoms Bloody Stool I’ve recently recovered and have been able to keep food and liquids down but noticed yesterday that my stool was bloody and even bloodier today. I had chs earlier this year and took about 5-6 months off and went back to smoking once every month or two and ive been fine, no symptoms. I didnt have much of a prodromal phase and most of those symptoms i only had for the day I was sent to the ER, and I assume they mean on a regular basis and not just a day. I felt the same during that time, started using again but lightly then had my If I smoke late in the evening after dinner the CHS attacks are much milder as long as I don’t smoke too much. I find the CHS symptoms are worse during the day if i dont eat something in the morning. He also has had full blown seizures after his worst CHS is a relatively new disorder that is not only difficult to diagnose but to manage. If I stop smoking for a week, all of these pains stop. Good luck! You'll get through it. Copy link Go to CHSinfo r/CHSinfo • by vlAnonymouslv. Hey everyone, I've been smoking about 5 times a week with a dab pen for 6 months now. Your already dehydrated from throwinf up and smoking dehydrates you even more. Symptoms of CHS and their severity depend on the phase of the syndrome: Prodromal phase: This phase is most common in adults who have used cannabis since they were teenagers. The most definitive way to diagnose CHS is to stop using cannabis and monitor for symptom resolution. when I quit smoking the following entire week I felt so insanely nauseous and wanted to drop kick a baby. Everything will be okay! I am currently in the midst of the college process as a high school senior and recently quit smoking due to chs or what the symptoms point to be as chs. My Recovery, I Can Smoke Without CHS Symptoms (anecdote, not science) tl;dr: i had bad CHS ended up in from what Im seeing, I most likely dont have CHS. Are there any people who think they have had CHS that have been able to go back to smoking, at least just a bit? Ik man it’s very hard. 5 years ago (halloween 2019), with the exact same symptoms as this time, which is months before i even started smoking weed at all. Mainly I consumed after work, or sometimes on weekends I had more edibles. It’s worth noting that I just moved to New York and have been consuming weed more regularly, but I’ve only experienced CHS symptoms when smoking a joint or blunt. 18 year old man. Morning sickness. This is written from personal experience so far. It started out with a lack of appetite, which then became nausea in the morning. I took 3 weeks off before my medical condition overpowered me. I haven’t puked again since but I’ve been battling nausea and having gassy burps and close calls with near retching. But, my go-to is my heating pad. Took a three week break before going back to the same amount. Wasn't dealing with any hyperemesis or prodromal symptoms; not sick in the mornings, appetite was normal, I never ever threw up. Watch your trigger foods too and eat small meals. I have a long history of alcoholism. Hey guys, this might be broscience but I think I found the cure for CHS symptoms. Posted by u/pins_upon_pins - 2 votes and 1 comment Posted by u/-cliffordthedog- - 2 votes and 6 comments Fast forward 4ish years of worsening chs, which only started out as morning nausea years ago, to horrible stomach pains eventually. I know they're old and super stale at this point, but they don't smell awful, they still have that nice skunky smell. Then the Corona came and our chancellor Angela Merkel decided to close Gyms since November last year, first few Months still no symptoms but then after 2-3 Months of no Fitness and no strict diet eating fast food After I started getting these heavy panic attacks, i noticed the CHS symptoms starting. Starts with heartburn symptoms, nausea in the AM, cramps etc. 23 votes, 56 comments. Given the complexity and overlap of these symptoms with multiple potential conditions, it's essential for the individual experiencing these symptoms to consult a healthcare provider. As we are all aware normal anti-sickness drugs are ineffective to stop the vomiting and nausea associated with CHS. From my experience, I've been smoking pretty consistently for two years and I just developed CHS the other day It's been almost 48 hours since the issues occurred and I'm starting to feel better. The reason I am unsure if this is CHS is because it seems to happen every few weeks and it can also possibly be from the ground beef. Treatment involves A symptom of CHS is anorexia - a lack of appetite or ability to eat, loss of the feeling of hunger, etc. but I have (over plenty of time) gone through 2oz over months with a particular strain and have only mild abdominal discomfort, and nothing more People on here have reported getting prodromal symptoms after less than a year of heavy smoking. My first episode which was very mild compared to a majority of peeps here, was this past August. Posted by u/IcySwine - 3 votes and 6 comments My last episode was after hiring an oil pen, the vomiting makes me sweat and my heart race and I feel comfort w heated blankets and hot baths. Recently, I’ve started cutting down on my weed consumption (went from like 8 bowls a day down to 2-3) but I still smoke everyday. It definitely seems like CHS and my first episode was actually triggered by smoking carts. I see this disease as massive W for humankind. 1 in 3 people who use frequent Marijuana get or have symptoms of CHS. Psychological Factors: Sometimes, conditions like anxiety or depression can manifest physically, causing various gastrointestinal symptoms. I started exercising, like a lot, I went on 10-15 miles hikes 5 days a week. I am a 21 year old CBD store owner and recently got CHS AGAIN! I have been on and off smoking, dabbing, eating, all things THC ever since I was about 16. CHS Cheat Sheet - This part I'm going to list some of the things/doings etc. The upside to this approach is that it's a non-invasive, straightforward way to either confirm or rule out CHS. Thats when your body goes through the three phases of chs. It’s all the common CHS symptoms, throwing up bile, extreme stomach pain, cold sweats, the whole 9 yards. Usually symptoms of chs stop after smoking weed so maybe this can be something different or it could be CHS mixing with some other sort of issue. So I’ve had a bad episode 2 weeks ago and it lasted for about 6 days of persistent nausea when I wake up and the need to vomit, I vomited twice in Posted by u/StunningValuable2239 - 2 votes and 3 comments Shit, after quitting heavy use multiple times and dealing with intense chs in my 20s, im getting better at listening to my body and feeling the symptoms and knowing exactly when its time to slow down consumption. While I never had full blown CHS symptoms, I noticed that the benefits of cannabis quickly turned to negatives whenever I used concentrates or THC strains above 15% for even sort lengths of time. you could experience the prodromal stage for years before you progress to the hyperemeis stage and this is when people usually start There's so much that is currently unknown about it that I don't think anyone can give you a real definitive answer. Persistent nausea. CHS is a "wake up call" disorder that I see as a positive that weed has that no other drug has. " If I have CHS would weed help or hurt my symptoms initially - Reddit true I’m still not sure I’ve been smoking daily for about 7 years now, and about 3 years in I had my first CHS attack. CHS symptoms can lead to severe dehydration, which can be life-threatening. hello everyone. Posted by u/CDCRIMSON - 2 votes and 2 comments Get the Reddit app Scan this QR code to download the app now. I’m suggesting there are a core set of symptoms that indicate CHS - frequent vomiting, severe abdominal pain, relief via hot showers. Not everyone is susceptible to CHS, however, information about the syndrome is pretty limited because it was only first diagnosed/discovered in 2004. These receptors, as linked above, seem to be restored in about a month in humans. People with CHS also tend to have a strong urge to take very hot Important symptoms include: Feel sick to the stomach and throw up at times, while feeling normal in between; A little increase in body temperature; Headache; Loose bowels/diarrhea; These CHS symptoms include nausea, abdominal pain, and uncontrollable vomiting. Instead of waking up with a stomach full of air and my stomach burning my lower unsteadiness just cramp and hurt until I go to the bathroom every morning and after that it is fine I can’t eat on my own without smoking so I still think it’s chs so I’m stoppping but has anyone Fast forward to the new year, I decided to hit the gym and lose some weight (started at 391 lbs). 18m , i think i have CHS and my hearts shattered in pieces i’ve been smoking since i was 10-12 and it feels like my world fell apart , it sounds silly but i’ve been doing this for years , i have friendships built around it it’s just soul crushing idk for sure if i have it yet but symptoms are pointing to it , i went to the ER yesterday due to horrible abdominal pain and after i left and Hi so I joined reddit specific Bc I’m excited to finally find a group of people who have this condition. SO adhd anxiety drug addict mind me wanted to feel something else than this reality we live in, so i had like 3 shots of vodka and felt a bit drunk, no pain after or any CHS symptoms. this came on at an interesting time - I was already starting to quit for personal growth reasons, and decided to first quit the vaping (vaping oil has been my favourite mode of consumption for the past year, ranging from 2 hits - 10 hits per day) and started taking THC and CBD pills instead - I started experiencing CHS symptoms 2. I see most of the stories on here being about people who have been using for a longer time period, yet I truly believe I have it. i just couldn’t imagine not smoking that’s my Suspecting that I may have CHS, I'm fully intending to go clean for good, since the heavy withdrawal symptoms I've had when quitting before are a better prospect for me than what may happen in the hyperemetic phase. Similar to CHS it seems it’s a broad explanation, too much serotonin and the cure is discontinuing serotonin impacting drugs. im still 2: After spending sometime on here and reading a lot of different cases it’s pretty easy to see that CHS effects everyone differently. I was a 1g/daily smoker for about two years when I started having RANDOM bouts with diarrhea and occasional nausea that lasts only in the morning. I couldn’t be high at work and complete my job efficiently so I never used at work. Take care, and stay informed. this came on at an interesting time - I was already starting to quit for personal growth reasons, and decided to first quit the vaping (vaping oil has been my favourite mode of consumption for the past year, ranging from 2 hits - 10 hits per day) and started taking THC and CBD pills instead How to soothe your chs symptoms In a cup, add 2 cups of water, no warmer than you would drink your coffee. The best advice I can give is keep telling yourself it will get better and the pains will go away. The problem is during the previous episode (she’s currently 8 days into one now) she had not used for 10 days prior which seemed to throw the CHS suspicion out the window. I felt much better today and went into work but as the day progressed the symptoms got worse and worse. Post your symptoms or concerns here! Common symptoms of CHS may include: 7. Next day sure enough I had nausea in the morning and quit cold turkey for three weeks immediately. Heroine, meth, crack all cause withdrawals if you don't take them regularly. I have had mass amounts of anxiety since and even pre workout gave me a decent sized anxiety attack. Symptoms can take up to 3 months to completely erode, with nausea and CHS Recovery Tips, Timeline and story Recently diagnosed with beginning stages of CHS. I quit weed cold turkey yesterday after they told me that and I’m just Been denying CHS for past 4 years but just coming out of my last episode and can’t stand the constant trips to ER. after not smoking for 10 days, i caved in one night and smoked, i fell asleep and never woke up with Reddit iOS Reddit Android Reddit Premium About Reddit Advertise Blog Careers Press. Stays bad as long as your system is overloaded with cannabinoids and gets better in a week or two if you quit, but fighting the CHS symptoms and the withdrawal symptoms together makes for a really shitty week. Fevers aren’t a sign of CHS but they are of a viral bug. Cue CHS symptoms, fell asleep at night woke up dying puking, making loud sound effects while puking, chills, sweats, can not sleep, racing thoughts, dizziness. Gas, belching, diarrhea, feeling of needing to go but not passing, loss of appetite, and abdominal pain. The anti psyco i took (Lurasidone) isn't even known to help with anything stomach related but 30 or so minutes after taking 40 MG of it i had almost Food before smoking would let me smoke more before CHS symptoms became too much. Its caused by an excess of gasses in your stomach mixing with the stomach acid. This has been going on for 2 days now. i think they say for like a month or two. Intense abdominal discomfort or pain. Now in Hindsight I was wondering a few things: Do people with CHS all feel like compulsive showering? I dont. 17K subscribers in the CHSinfo community. I have not smoked in about 5 days but do not see a difference in symptoms at all yet. Some people are heavy smokers and never experience any symptoms while others experience Common CHS symptoms include: Several bouts of vomiting. I consume about 4-5 g/week of flower. Other symptoms of CHS include: How can I prevent CHS? The best way to A common question that rises in this type of subreddit are users asking if they are displaying symptoms of CHS. Yes it can. TIL that persistent, long term cannabis use can lead to CHS, one of the symptoms of which is "scromiting. I’ve gone to the doctors twice now and they told me it could be CHS. For example, I've found several people whose CHS symptoms stopped after they went on elimination diets. r/CHSinfo • by bidgickdood. thats when I started to vape just about every single day it's been about 5 years now. Ended up freaking me out so I smoked less than I usually would that night (nightly cart user). heres a more in depth explanation: your ECS nerves are damaged and severed, ECS regulates nausea, anxiety, metabolism, digestion etc, LOTS of people get stuck in the smoking to feel better cycle, however the temporary influx of cannabinoids fixes the damaged receptors, only for them to be severed again the next morning. So I self diagnosed myself with CHS about a a week ago been smoking since I was 13, I’m 21 now and everything that’s wrong with me should not be happening, well at least at my age I feel the pain of an 80 year old unhealthy man, to stomach pain and bladder issues to constipation and diarrhea at the same time ik this is all TMI but I need to know that I’m not alone in this awful I never got the hyperemesis phase when smoking, only have had vomiting when trying to quit. This all sounds exactly like CHS and I’m willing to accept it and stop if I do have CHS, but this is where I’m a bit confused. But the odds of you getting hooked from a 10 day course of benzos are very, very low. physically don’t feel like i can. Since my CHS symptoms started I've had a high heart rate and blood pressure, the opposite of what adrenal insufficiency would cause. Even in the 5 year span I was off tobacco, I still got episodes quite frequently. Weed detox does exist and it can make you feel very nauseous. I felt ok the first week after stopping. If you have chs the symptoms will subside with consistent sobriety however. CHS could be something genetic, or it could be the overuse of weed (there’s only so much research out right now)- as our brain already naturally produces thc and smoking 99% is a lot for us to become imbalanced. Trust me you’ll feel better after. The when you hit hypermesis you vomit uncontrollably and USUALLY hot showers feel like some sorta weird calling and is basically the only semi relief you can get or some people swear by Caspian cream. I hope that this post will help someone find out that they do indeed have CHS so they can try We present two cases of adolescents with recent “dabbing” use who exhibited signs and symptoms of serotonin syndrome”. MAKE SURE YOU EAT BREAKFAST AS WELL. i would say that symptoms arise when you smoke, because i’ve been abstaining since my second episode except for once a month and i’ve been 15K subscribers in the CHSinfo community. but i’ve been starting to get my appetite back and yesterday i had a big bowl of soup for the first time and now today i can’t stop shitting. First of all: Im doing better now. Hello everyone. If you're struggling with CHS or know someone who is, it's essential to be mindful of not only cannabis consumption but also other substances like alcohol and caffeine, as they can exacerbate symptoms. Or check it out in the app stores repairing the CB1 receptors in brainstem by abstaining cannabis is the most effective way to manage CHS symptoms. Usually it starts with lack of hunger, nausea, loose stool. Recently got the whole GI work up. Not long enough that I would have 0 thc left but low enough to pass a test. The same things that happen to those suffering from the suggested CHS. I have capsaicin patches that I like because I don't have to wash it off and/or get it all over the place. Not as bad as last time but still painful. I just took 2 baby hits off a mini pipe, I feel okay so far & I was scared shitless beforehand cause I remembered the pain The symptoms between all these GI issues & CHS seem to be similar. I read some people with CHS can take edibles so I gave it a try and my stomach has been super good, smoked one joint for the first time in two weeks and shit got funky immediately. If you need a break, take one now. I was recently reading about the symptoms of Cannabis withdrawal syndrome though and they sound similar. around the covid shutdown time I had my first stomach episode they came out of nowhere and immediately my life changed. For about the entire year of 2018 I was very very sick. get on an anti anxiety med for 2-3 weeks and symptoms another red flag of chs is that drugs like zofran and other anti-emetics won't make a dent in your suffering. Some feel like shit for weeks after an episode, whereas for me I’d throw up for about 10 hours straight, but feel totally fine the next day minus exhaustion. one is that the science is the science- cannabinoids remain in the body for an infuriatingly long time, which makes it dangerous for someone with CHS to smoke more than once or twice a month. With regards to your first question, yes and no. Near constant vomiting that is only now slowing down with a mixture of Zofran, Myalanta, Pantaprazole, and Pepcid. I completely stopped smoking until August of 2021 simply bc it was my first time hearing of chs and didn’t want to experience it. Reply reply This sub-reddit is devoted to cannabis and the worldwide cannabis culture Well if you’re referring to the impact of cannabis cessation on CHS symptoms, a tolerance break will almost immediately remedy them. And not necessarily like, right after you take a hit or anything. Anytime I drank or had a bite I triggered a 12 hour vomiting episode. Severe Cannabis addiction and CHS Symptoms I started smoking junior year high school, quickly it became an every 20-30 min thing. I had an episode last week and was hospitalized for a day with a swift recovery. i am 20F who has been a daily weed smoker for about a year - year and a half now. If you think back to when you used cannabis and had no chs symptoms you were probably using less. My symptoms were the classic ones: Nausea, vomiting, and confusion why this was happening. Was so Close to 2 years of no prodom. From there I've been quitting in two to three week Common CHS symptoms include: Intense nausea; Several bouts of vomiting. Today I had sudden symptoms and vomited once, and generally feel better now. I found that my CHS symptoms were completely gone and felt that my system was back to normal while still smoking weed everyday. Do you think I have chs or just withdrawal symptoms? Just curious to others thoughts and any advice you could give. CHS Symptoms and Phases. I've never heard of CHS without nausea, so it would be interesting if you do have CHS. Or check it out in the app stores i had a bout of severe vomiting 1. Im about 80% sure my stomach issues is Cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome. Temperature regulation can help reduce the Cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome (CHS) is a condition that gastroenterologists are increasingly encountering in both the inpatient and outpatient setting. Diagnosed with CHS, but the symptoms don't fully match : r/CHSinfo - Reddit true Yes please pleaaase please quit just to be safe. 5 weeks ago. thanks for the reply I guess. No episodes since. If I partake heavily and am anxious about something, I'm more likely to have symptoms - after taking a break and taking steps to decrease my stress, I'm able to partake at a pretty similar scale to before but without any symptoms at all. Make sure you don’t smoke more, my first episode lasted longer and longer because I kept smoking to help with symptoms. I've also read that, after quitting, a user is at risk of having more intense episodes if they pick it back up again. CHS presents in three stages: the prodromal, the hyperemetic, and the recovery phase. I puked every 15 minutes for 12 hours each day. I don’t claim to know anything at all about CHS and I may be totally wrong. I quit the wellbutrin for personal reasons a couple months ago and my symptoms when I smoked were slowly going away. It was hell and if this post helps just one person. was negligible at best. I know that a break is necessary, my questions to you wise gangstas are: As some of you may know, there's been study's that Antipsychotics relive symptoms of CHS and for me it completely gave me relief from my symptoms and i felt better the following day after to. Even during my alcohol break of 168 days I still got sick multiple times. e. Then I got diagnosed with an auto immune disease, after that it escalated every single time I’d smoke so I just ended up quitting cold It definitely happens while you’re smoking. Continue to take something like Pepcid on a daily basis. Stress and anxiety always made my symptoms horrible so try to do anything you can to relieve anxiety and stress. I’ve read CHS is cyclical, and have experienced episodes within roughly 1 If not look out for these symptoms, the first 2 (persistent nausea and abdominal pain) are the first phase of CHS the rest are the second phase, prodromal and hyperemetic phases and then there's a recovery phase. CHS as we know it is caused by an overload of the Endocannabinoid system which is responsible for homeostasis in the body. Later repeated bouts of overwhelming vomiting, maybe four times in an hour or Stomach cramping-commonly have diarrhea? These are most likely beginning signs of CHS. Give your body time to rest. Despite the nuanced understanding we have of the factors contributing to CHS, it's important to emphasize that abstinence from cannabis is the only 100% guaranteed method to prevent CHS recurrence. Hi all, I made a post yesterday but it was quite long imo, and I still have a relatively unanswered question. i quit using weed a month and 13 days ago after being a daily cart user and suspecting i was entering prodromal CHS. My symptoms have gotten way better and I can CHS symptoms after smoking for a little over a year I (19) have been smoking for a little over a year and when I’m at college I smoke everyday. 48m as a teen I used to smoke flower but I quit smoking by my 20th birthday. If you genuinely have it, you probably can't ever smoke more than 2, 3 times a month and that's being generous. I began having CHS symptoms in November 2022, and didn't know it until March 2023. does this add up feels like my symptoms also align w an ulcer but I’m not throwing up blood. After two weeks i finally started to recover and got sick again. Doesn’t sound to my like the typical symptoms and onset of CHS. Someone ease my mind! But be honest :0 I’m on my second time quitting because of my CHS symptoms coming back. Also its very hard to tell if its chs in a short time span. This can happen without warning, as many as 5 times an hour. I know I definitely have CHS since the shower is the only thing that helps. i am an addict to weed. i stumbled across NK-1 blockers. I’ve been reading about CHS and constant emergency room visits accompanied by a “near death” feeling but I’ve never felt like that. She had to stop consuming cannabis completely. Get a second opinion and ask for an endoscopy of your throat and stomach and make sure they’re taking a biopsy. Just keep it too moderation and dont smoke a ton at once. I had IBS symptoms (diarrhea, abdominal pain, nausea, not wanting to eat, indigestion after eating like a feeling it’s going down and will come out as a bad bm, and it’s worse in mornings but persistent throughout the day) pretty much exactly the same it is now but worse, It's a good tool to have. On day 30 of not smoking weed I decided to drink and next day I was so sick throwing up five times sweating and exhausted my CHS symptoms returned today my eyes are burning and itchy and painful I never used to drink because I'm an alcoholic was off of it for two and a half years but my cat died 2 months ago so I started drinking and now with The main reasons I believe that CHS is caused by chronic modulation of the endocannabinoid system (ECS) and therefore linked to Cannabis use is because 1) the disorder is found in heavy Cannabis users, 2) abstaining from Cannabis use typically resolves the symptoms in 1-2 weeks, and 3) taking hot baths/showers (raising your body temperature so this is my 3rd post. CHS will result in nausea, cyclical vomiting, chills, and major dehydration. Start monitoring your eating habits before bed. CHS is known for Many people with CHS will compulsively shower or bathe — often for hours every day — to relieve CHS symptoms. You probably don’t have CHS. How to soothe your chs symptoms In a cup, add 2 cups of water, no warmer than you would drink your coffee. Chs symptoms are hyperemesis (morning sickness) but caused by the USE of weed. I had my first chs episode starting May 3. It could take anywhere from a couple days to a month or two for chs symptoms to lessen. Awareness is key, and I hope my experience can help others navigate their own CHS journey more effectively. symptoms and most Important no episodes, me and CHS was Like this for a moment 🤜🤛 . Why can’t I keep consistency? I hate my sober unadulterated thoughts and I want to mentally Get the Reddit app Scan this QR code to download the app now. the second time i got CHS i was a little older, and the nicotine would not cause me any issues. The symptoms I’ve been experiencing are morning nausea, increased burping/gas, rare vomiting but feel the urge to a lot, cold sweats and overheating randomly, indigestion, and on a few occasions dry heaving in the morning. I mean unless you aren’t inhaling smoke and are getting those symptoms I feel like it would be so crazy to list the most common daily GI occurrences as “prodromal” CHS. I still use the topical CBD but quit the oil. But some reddit posts have said it can last up to a week or two. While the literature states that there’s a specific gene in our body that triggers the event, one thing is for sure, and that is CHS is My symptoms were so bad at the age of 33 that I actually started to have panic attacks if I were any more than 20 minutes away from home. tl;dr: i had bad CHS ended up in hospital, lost 20lbs and was in a real bad way, dangerously bad. Lost 20lbs in two weeks. How could a drug that is prescribed for nausea, cause my nausea!? I didn’t want to accept it and so I kept smoking. Do all people with CHS have stomach PAIN an where? I dont have pain but I feel more like burping, which isnt helped by showering. i didn't smoke again until weed became legal in my state. I took a one month t-break in May, and started smoking again daily around mid-June. (ALSO DON'T MENTION HOW MUCH YOU SMOKE unless prompted, SOME DOCTORS WILL IMMEDIATELY SHRUG ANY ISSUE OFF AND SAY ITS CHS AND YOU NEED TO STOP SMOKING) That said, I'm not sure that quitting and feeling better necessarily proves that its CHS, since this is the time of year that my symptoms tend to disappear on their own. Same with cannabis induced anxiety, depression, motivational problems, memory problems (mediated by downregulation of 5ht2a and D2 CHS symptoms only lasting a couple days. I had some CHS symptoms before the t-break (mostly just lack of appetite, not much nausea), but a few weeks ago these symptoms returned and have started to worsen. The prodromal stage can last for months before Posted by u/Remarkable-Ad-6550 - 1 vote and 7 comments. I've woken up out of my sleep with stomach pains at least once every week this month. The best and only way to prevent or reduce your risk for CHS is to avoid or quit marijuana use. Hate to be this guy but not everyone who experiences your symptoms has your disorder and not everyone who is consuming cannabis and experiences these symptoms has CHS or will develop it. I read some posts from the CHS Reddit community and people were against exercising, saying that exercising doesn’t help CHS symptoms. Many people can treat their symptoms at home with We sought to describe common themes discussed and the most frequently mentioned triggers and therapies for cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome exacerbations in the Reddit online People with CHS often have severe nausea and vomiting that is hard to control. You know you have CHS and you figured you could just go back to smoking weed after you symptoms went away last time. Been smoking daily for one year. It never really went away during those 2 weeks and I smoked a blunt last night. There are other symptoms that seem less common as well. I have had this since I was 19 (I’m 22 now) and have been back and forth dealing with chs. - you already have gut and anxiety issues, so this likely would just make it worse). Ive been smoking practically everyday for about 3 years. If not look out for these symptoms, the first 2 (persistent nausea and abdominal pain) are the first phase of CHS the rest are the second phase, prodromal and hyperemetic phases and then there's a recovery phase. but since i had no idea weed was causing my issue i kept smoking and consequently had another episode about 6 months later. After throwing up all my food my stomach cramps lessened. Now that I accept that I have CHS, and that CHS is the cause of my vomiting events, I have made the choice to quit smoking completely. It's so strange that people on Reddit try to tell you that that isn't CHS, when your symptoms are consistent with mine. I've taken many breaks of varying lengths to manage my CHS since late 2016. slowly my body started to get back to normal. let’s add “overwhelming denial” and “multiple relapses” to the CHS symptoms list. The figure is probably higher but some people are still ashamed to mention their use. Like any other medicine, it's good to know the risks. it’s 6pm and i’ve shit like 5 times today. 3-4 months later I realised i could smoke and get away with it without any symptoms, my symptoms included, abdominal pain which was instant if I smoked too much, morning In short: has anyone been diagnosed with gastritis while also possible suffering from CHS how did you know if it was one or both I was recently diagnosed with gastritis and its really hard to tell the difference between CHS symptoms and gastritis attacks I've been a heavy smoker for about 2 years now mainly concentrate but some flower here and there not to be that person but id say I’ve been researching and CHS matches my symptoms most accurately, but I’ve only started smoking within the last year, and it’s pretty minimal. I had really bad CHS flare ups that I realized were triggered by underlying anxiety about unrelated things. Listen to your body. I’m really sorry you’ve had to go through this! I wish you the best of luck and may god bless you and help Not everyone is susceptible to CHS, however, information about the syndrome is pretty limited because it was only first diagnosed/discovered in 2004. You sound exactly like me in coming to Reddit for some comfort lol So I think my boyfriend may have CHS. Leading up to June 25th I had 1 pound of ground beef 9 days in a row, and was completely fine. So I knew it was just going to get worse from there. Yes I would be high the night before but would only get symptoms after eating the next day (sometimes). I have only found 3 case studies which have led to a complete stop of nausea and vomiting of people suffering with CHS with reduced stomach pains and the ability to eat again. If your symptoms are getting more severe associated with your increasing use, the best thing to do is to take an extended break of 90+ days to see if they reduce in severity or go away entirely. He has some accompanying symptoms I haven't read anyone associating with CHS before. Some get a whiff of smoke and immediately start to feel their symptoms return while others smoke consistently for weeks before their symptoms return so what I’m about to say IS NOT GOING TO APPLY FOR EVERYONE. Denial is a powerful thing. symptoms resolved in the relatively how long after quitting did your CHS symptoms ease up? I have been miserable with acid reflux, nausea, vomiting, chills, fatigue, and constipation since Friday. I've lost 10 lbs this month and started experiencing symptoms again despite not using. i don’t give a flying f*ck what anyone says maryjane is addictive. I didn't really notice any symptoms before I randomly stumbled upon a video explaining what CHS was. You may have abdominal pain or morning nausea. I thought originally it was just anxious stomach but the more I got onto Reddit I realized it was not just anxiety. There isn't like a formal test for it, though. How much I was smoking when I acquired CHS was unsustainable. Like the other person said, I would go to a Dr. And, even after that occasional symptoms for three or four months. If hot showers help that’s one of the telltale signs of CHS. The first is called the prodromal phase, the second is hyperemetic, and the third is the The symptoms typically last a few weeks, though the throwing up should ease up in a day or two. Bread should suffice, just something to push and keep the GI track moving. When I moderate I can control the symptoms of CHS, so far. i’m not sure what’s making me sick but this is my last thing to rule out. I didn't think too much of it at the time, honestly. I’d be clearing gram carts in a day sometimes and smoked every second I could. Feeling better today about 16hrs later but not 100% just curious if that sounds like the first symptoms of chs? I have not had issues prior to Anyway, I have CHS, been wretching and throwing up bile/water and the constant nausea is killing me What my issue is is that I use edibles for help with my sensory issues. I hit a month sober yesterday! Super happy and I’m looking forward to more time sober and celebrating. I thought it was just because I was vaping less. Chs doesn't go away as far as we know lol, so take that information carefully bc it's an important characteristic. If you are experiencing these symptoms it's best to stop smoking completely permanently as you don't want to experience this. I had EXACT symptoms of CHS without a doubt, but nobody knew I was a smoker (at this time i had not heard of CHS). i have had chs for some time now and i stopped for a while and was doing awesome started working out again, i was becoming happy, or so i So if you have IBS and anxiety, chances are if you do have any early symptoms of CHS, they would be compounded by your existing condition (i. Or it could be that some outside factors are contributing to CHS ( Long COVID has been known to affect vagus nerve function ) or it could even just be our generation is under SOOO much more stress that it's causing the perfect neurochemical storm to cause CHS. We are a community dedicated to the discussion of Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome (CHS). I’ve had episodes before but this is so different. remember tho, symptoms are given based on the illness, and multiple illnesses can share multiple symptoms. Try your best to destress and relax. I have no idea though. ( please don't come at me, I didn't know all the extra info about edibles being unregulated and stuff until recently. The symptoms are quite similar, but CHS has more consistent morning nausea that subsides when smoking (usually). This week has been every morning with diarrhea and gagging/vomiting. At least that’s how they started for me. I’m exhausted with every morning waking up at 3:30-4am with stomach pain, nausea, diarrhea, and heart racing. Weed causes horrific withdrawal like symptoms if you take too much. Tested negative for h-pylori, sibo, celiac and negative test for Chrons. that helped me through my symptoms of CHS, in short form! Stomach churning/discomfort? - GasX helped me a great deal when I took one prior to bed and one in the morning upon waking up. It doesn't matter what stage you're in. It was brutal on her, weeks of severe nausea and headaches. Set alarms on your phone to eat regularly. It was only during the hospital visit during my latest episode that the doctor treating me had an idea it could be CHS. Cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome (CHS) is a rare condition that develops in people who use cannabis frequently over a period of several years. He gets really shaky with bad tremors. Add 2 tbs of chicken bullion, 1/2 tsp minced garlic, and 1 tsp of hot sauce. however it does simply get better I'd had the same symptoms back then, with 6 or 7 hyperemesis episodes over the course of a few years. I am wondering if you could share how was your first week without smoking, did you still experience some sort of CHS or just nausea from withdrawals? hi all. i’m currently 5 days clean and i’m feeling good, no more vomiting, still have anxiety and don’t feel “there” yet. I'm trying to sort out this mess, been having issues with bloating, constipation, upper right quadrant pain (gnawing, squeezing). It kind of sounds like it might be CHS, yeah. I’ve done my civic duty. i am addicted. I ask if "mild" is possible because I read this subreddit, and see people with pruned fingers from dehydration, people in hospital for extended Gastrointestinal symptoms never fully go away when Im smoking but settle fairly quickly when I stop. i found out i has chs after my second episode- the first time the doctors told me it was anxiety isn’t that crazy. Also people vary drastically in their symptoms. good luck with your CHS i've experienced some similar symptoms and it must be brutal doing that for months or weeks on end. CHS Symptoms *Tried to find the most applicable reddit, apologies if not in the right spot As the name suggests, I’ve been sick from CHS since Saturday morning. CHS is scary and uncomfortable, SEE A MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL if you experience dehydration or extreme pain in the mid-back. As CHS is a relatively recently recognized and studied phenomenon easily confused with other diseases, there is a paucity of sizeable randomized control studies. Woke up this morning and felt fine. Your symptoms will disappear in around 3 days if you follow the at-home remedy, ensure your stomach is never empty, and CEASE smoking until your symptoms subside. A lot of times he can't even hold a cup to drink out of. Didn’t feel much better but didn’t feel much worse. Chances are, you'll end up in the hospital if you keep smoking and only then will you get "formally" diagnosed with CHS. I’m going to get some tests done as there weren’t too many articles online relating bloody stools to CHS I was wondering if anybody else had this issue problem it's alright- i'm not particularly interested for a few reasons. I couldn't tolerate vaping at all when i had CHS, it would make me nauseous, and i would get that nicotine overdose feeling very easily. Everywhere I’ve looked that’s not on Reddit only states abdominal pain, morning nausea, lack of emesis with regular eating habits maintained. Everybody's body chemistry is different. Repeated vomiting and retching (i. For a few weeks I got completely obsessed with thinking I had CHS, and I literally worried myself sick lol. it seems like if I had to get my gallbladder removed, AND i had covid alongside needlessly taking prilosec (which gave me some not-so-great side-effects), it As she is a heavy cannabis user I’m now aware this points to CHS. if your symptoms vanish Posted by u/narwallightning - 2 votes and 4 comments Furthermore, the CHS systems never occurred when I was high. Been struggling with what I consider prodromal symptoms for over a year now while continuing to smoke with occasional breaks. . I have thought to had a bout of CHS about two years ago but could never really confirm or deny as I went back to smoking for over a year with no issues. Trying to eat more often, make better dietary choices and drink more water. So I've had 3 episodes now. It is well-known among those who use Early signs of CHS are similar to morning sickness: nausea and stomach pain in the morning. Which began my research. I was smoking heavily for years, felt fine (as far as chs symptoms), quit for a bit to pass a drug test. My first CHS episode was after 4 years of daily smoking/vaping/edibles. One study looking at Reddit posts on the subject found that Hey everyone what type of CHS symptoms are you having. frequent flyer of this sub. None in the 5 years I had quit. As cannabis has become more widely available in the last several years, the number of cases has risen dramatically. A few months ago (about 4-5), I developed this feeling of This. Almost nothing is known about chs so it's so hard to tell if you will be able to smoke without getting sick. if it’s not that 50% i’m not eating. To be clear, symptoms of Azedarach toxicity include: Nausea Stomach cramps Lethargy Increased breathing Weakness in the limbs Depression These are the same symptoms listed for CHS and yet, pesticide poisoning is rarely suggested as a culprit in its onset. Gastroperasis is a symptom of chs, it’s what causes the vomiting, and your symptoms sound like gastroperasis Side note: go see a doctor for possible diabetes diagnosis Reply CHS Cheat Sheet - This part I'm going to list some of the things/doings etc. They may vomit more than 20 times a day and it may last more than 24 hours. A fear of throwing up. Went to gastro and was ordered tp do a breath test as well as quit for one month . I came to the conclusion that it all has to do with CHS and the effect of a strain, percentages, etc. I thought i had chs back in November and dealt with what i believe what my hypermesis phase where i was vomiting every morning, couldn’t eat, diarrhea, and losing a lot of weight. and constipation since Friday. The most definitive way to diagnose CHS is to stop using cannabis and see if your symptoms go away. i’ve done every diet i’ve had surgeries performed and scans but nothing. Apologies for the graphic, but I wanted to know if anyone has experience with symptoms that consist of feeling as if vomit is stuck/caught in the throat after they’ve smoked. The body does its best to clear the thc in your cells but it cant keep up if you use high dose and high strength. - I started experiencing CHS symptoms 2. This made relating CHS symptoms difficult. About 3 months after my first episode, I began consuming again. CHS mimics the same exact symptoms as Eosinophilic esophagitis not to mention that CHS is extremely rare and hard to diagnose. Even after being diagnosed in 2018 with CHS - I was in complete denial. ) and i was very open with my doctor about my past weed and nicotine use, and she never once Sup dudes, I have come to accept that the early morning nausea I feel after months of daily smoking (dry herb vaping to be specific) is likely the prodromal symptoms of CHS. Could be the next morning. Having CHS symptoms and gallbladder is at 28% functioning Hey everyone. I started smoking again and ever since i’ve been able to Hey, i am a long term smoker (6 years, 3 years of daily use) wondering if I am experiencing the prodromal stage of chs. Reddit iOS Reddit Android Reddit Premium About Reddit Advertise Blog Careers Press. This is SO interesting. Since then I have had recurring CHS symptoms once or twice a week, but never as severe as after smoking the neem oil treated weed. I continue to be surprised at the number of “I’ve got CHS and I have this question” posts that don’t seem to display the basic symptoms. A week later I split a 1g joint (that had no pesticides) with a friend and had no symptoms until I smoked another one of the neem joints a week later and had another violent CHS episode. So if it mimics it, how do we know for sure that it is not it? You are a medical patient with a legitimate reason to take them, and they are demonstrably effective at managing the symptoms of CHS. Maybe it's the sugar in the alcohol that triggers symptoms. The symptoms of CHS are divided into three main phases. Also, looking into the symptoms of adrenal insufficiency just now, it isn't really a perfect match. 23,40 The prodromal stage of CHS is characterized by anxiety, severe nausea, and an array of autonomic symptoms, such as, sweating, flushing, and increased thirst, with symptoms being more severe in the morning. Terms & Policies Absolutely, my old roommate had a Flowerpot and his girlfriend started getting CHS symptoms after growing to love twax hits. , making the sound and movement of By shining a spotlight on the physical and emotional, this series aims to raise awareness while providing practical advice and support to any readers who may be Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome (CHS) is characterized by severe vomiting and associated with heavy, long-term marijuana use. If you truly can’t control yourself, burn your bridges so that you can’t just pick up the phone and have weed. It feels like tour stomach is a burbling cauldron. Withdrawal symptoms similar to CHS Anytime I quit marijuana, I always seem to be nauseous for few days which leads me to puking. After so many years of CHS, quitting and starting again, high CBD, low THC, etc. About two weeks ago the CHS symptoms started flaring up again. 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