What is ‘scromiting’? US citizens warned about terrifying cannabis side effect

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# What Is ‘Scromiting’? US Citizens Warned About Terrifying Cannabis Side Effect

In recent years, cannabis has undergone a dramatic transformation in the United States. Once widely stigmatized, it has become legalized for medical or recreational use in more than 30 states. Cannabis dispensaries are now part of mainstream culture, offering an array of products — from oils and edibles to concentrates and infused beverages.

Yet, as legalization spreads, so does awareness of potential side effects. While most users associate cannabis with relaxation, euphoria, or even pain relief, medical professionals are sounding alarms about a little-known but alarming reaction: **“scromiting.”**

The term may sound like something out of internet slang, but it describes a serious condition: **Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome (CHS),** in which cannabis users experience cyclical vomiting triggered by THC.

Here’s what every cannabis user — and anyone considering trying it — should know about scromiting.

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## What Exactly Is Scromiting?

“Scromiting” is a portmanteau of “screaming” and “vomiting.” It’s a colloquial way to describe the intense nausea, uncontrollable vomiting, and severe abdominal pain that some chronic cannabis users experience.
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