Haematemesis Flashcards

1
Q

what is haematemesis?

A

vomiting blood

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2
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what are the causes of haematemesis?

A
Stomach ulcers 
Severe gastritis
Oesophageal varices
GORD
Tear in oesophagus 
Swallowing blood 
Poison 
Blood condition 
Cancer of oesophagus
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3
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what tests will be done at hospital and why?

A

Blood tests
Endoscopy
Asses whether blood from airways or oesophgagus

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