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Vomiting blood
Alternative Names: Hematemesis; Blood in the vomit Home Care: Although not all situations are the result of a major medical problem, this is difficult to know without a medical evaluation. Seek immediate medical attention. Call your health care provider if: Text Continues Below Call your doctor or go to the emergency room if vomiting of blood occurs -- this requires immediate medical evaluation. What to expect at your health care provider's office: The doctor will examine you and ask questions such as: Time pattern When did this begin? Has it ever occurred before? Did it occur after retching or vomiting? Quality How much blood was in the vomit? Was the vomit entirely blood? Was the blood bright red, dark red, or black? Were there clots? Aggravating factors Has there been a recent nosebleed? Has there been recent vigorous vomiting? Has there been a recent episode of gastroenteritis (nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain)? Has there been a recent episode of coughing? Other What other symptoms are also present? Is there bleeding from the nose, rectum, or elsewhere? Is there abdominal pain? Is there blood in the stools or black stools? Is there weakness or fatigue? Is there coughing or coughing up of blood? Additional important information What medications are being taken? Is the patient a drinker of alcohol or smoker? Have there been any recent injuries to the nose, mouth, or abdomen? Have there been any recent surgical procedures? Have there been any recent dental procedures such as tooth extractions? Is there a history of bulimia or self-induced vomiting? Is there a history of ulcers, esophageal varices, or liver problems? Has the patient ever turned yellow (jaundice)? Is there a history of problems with blood clotting? Page:  1 | 2 | Next >>