Scientist explains 'only two methods' to stop weed smoker's horrific 'scromiting' side effect

Regular and longtime weed smokers suffering from CHS (Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome) have two options, according to a TikToking scientist.

Known as @cannabichem on the social media platform, she was asked to explain the horrific-sounding health phenomenon by a fellow TikTok user several years ago.

In her video, she weighed in on this rapidly more common side effect of heavy marijuana puffing, which is characterised by abdominal agony, vomiting and severe nausea.

It's unofficial title is 'scromiting', combining the words 'screaming' and 'vomiting'.

Per a study published in 2025, the number of people turning up in US emergency departments with CHS increased fourfold from 2016 to 2022, while the World Health Organisation has even formally recognised CHS with a proper diagnosis code.

Responding to the medical question, @cannabichem revealed 'the only thing' that can ease people's torment.

"Cannabinoid Hyperemesis Syndrome, or CHS, is a condition that's characterised by episodes of uncontrollable vomiting," she began, "and the only thing that helps people suffering from CHS is capsaicin cream or hot showers."

Derived from chilli peppers, capsaicin cream is typically used to alleviate joint pain and aches.

"CHS is likely caused by the overconsumption of cannabis products, specifically high THC products," she went on to share.

"I have an entire playlist on CHS and I encourage you to check that out, but I will add something to it: the reason cannabinoids work so well in our body for a variety of different conditions is because we have an endocannabinoid system which can bring balance to systems that are unbalanced in our body.

"Although the compounds in cannabis are very safe, it's important to know too much of anything is bad for you," warned the scientist.

"Learning to consume in moderation, taking the smallest amount that you can to get the maximal benefit is a great practice to avoid these adverse effects. And if you feel the symptoms of CHS coming, you need to stop using cannabis products."

Meanwhile, one of the torturous condition's victims, 23-year-old Sydni Collins, told The New York Post all about her experience last year.

"I would be puking all morning. I would let out yells or cries because nothing would come out. I was just dry heaving," she said.

"I could not bear the taste of anything. I would chew on ice cubes. I would lick the salt off pretzel rods.

"I would be in the fetal position on the bed for hours because that was the only way my stomach didn't hurt as bad."