Blood vomiting
Blood vomiting or hematemesis refers to the condition where a person expectorates significant amounts of blood in their vomit. Although there are cases when people expel small streaks of blood coming from the mouth, teeth, and throat, doctors don’t consider them hematemesis. Instead, the condition is a definite indication of internal bleeding, and the blood in the vomit may appear bright red, black, or dark brown depending on the severity of the internal problem.
While people may expectorate swallowed blood, such as when they have a nosebleed or have episodes of incessant and forceful coughing, legitimate hematemesis is much more severe. It indicates that there may be bleeding within the gastrointestinal tract because of duodenal ulcers or a ruptured or torn blood vessel in one of your organs. Damages to the liver, usually attributed to fatty liver disease, can also cause such episodes. A history of excessive drinking and drug use also increases the risk of the condition. People who experience blood vomiting can also exhibit shallow and rapid breathing, dizziness, and other signs of shock.
Doctors can treat the condition through IV fluids, blood transfusions, and oxygen support, although invasive procedures will also be used.
