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Table 2 Key clinical history information

From: Cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome and cannabis withdrawal syndrome: a review of the management of cannabis-related syndrome in the emergency department

 

Cannabinoid hyperemesis syndrome

Cannabis withdrawal syndrome

Onset of symptoms, from last consumption of cannabis

< 24 h

> 24 h

Compulsive hot showers, as symptomatic relief

Yes

No

Accompanying psychological symptoms

No

Yes

Clinical course/pattern

Well described; 3 phases; development of tolerance with escalating dosing

No

Quantity correlating with severity

No

Yes

Relief

Symptoms worsened by cannabis consumption

Symptoms relieved by cannabis consumption