Israelis warned about spread of new syndrome
Medical professionals are recording an increase in cases of a rare disorder linked to prolonged cannabis use. It may be accompanied by bouts of severe nausea and vomiting, as well as pronounced abdominal discomfort. In…
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Israeli medical professionals are flagging a rise in a rare cannabis related syndrome that paradoxically causes severe nausea and vomiting despite cannabis often being used to treat such symptoms. A 16 percent increase in U.S. hospitalizations for this condition is fueling concern among Israeli specialists. The shift suggests prolonged use may produce effects opposite to the drug's short term medical applications.