Question 1

please explain what does projectile vomiting blood mean?

Accepted Answer

Across the room: Basically, the vomit spews out the mouth and across the room, like a "projectile"  And the projectile vomiting of blood is certainly a great concern!

Question 2

had endoscopy when presented to hosp after projectile vomiting blood. breathing tube was used. i am still hoarse after 7 wks.  how long does this last?

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See your doctor.: I would think that any hoarseness that was present from intubation at that time should be improving by now. I would talk to your gastroenterologist or your regular doctor to check on it. Good luck.

Question 3

what is the definition or description of: projectile vomiting?

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Forceful vomiting: For example, a child sitting on your lap  and projectile vomiting could completely clear your lap with the material vomited, forcefully projecting it away from himself.  This often occurs when there is an obstruction to emptying the stomach at the pyloris, a muscle at the far end of the stomach where it meets the small intestine.

Question 4

is non projectile vomiting serious? what should i do if i had this?

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Vomiting: Non projectile vomiting speaks more for a viral infection type of vomiting. Projectile vomiting speaks more of an obstruction of your GI tract.Stay on a bland diet, nothing greasy or fried drink electrolyte containg fluids so you don't dehydrate.

Question 5

can vomiting blood a bad thing?

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Yes it is.: If you are vomiting blood - please seek prompt medical attention.

Question 6

can i die from vomiting blood if i ignore it, if it was just a little blood?

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Maybe: It's not normal to vomit blood.  Whether you die from it depends on why you're vomiting blood.  The cause ranges from benign (throat irritation) to esophageal/blood vessels tears to infection or cancer.  Please have a discussion with your doctor for proper evaluation.

Question 7

could stress cause vomiting blood ?

Accepted Answer

Err on cautious side: Vomiting blood is not something to chalk up to stress! it requires urgent evaluation. Stop nsaid's, alcohol, tobacco ; head straight to the emergency room please. Once your hemodynamics are stabilized, the next step is to determine source ; control bleeding ;/or prevent rebleeding.

Question 8

vomiting blood after taking cocaine

Accepted Answer

Vomiting Blood: Please see your Primary Care Physician to determine the cause of the blood. You might have an underlying illness that needs treatment.  
It is important to get medical help and not avoid your Doctor because you are using cocaine.

Question 9

i'm vomiting blood and i'm bulemic. are they related?

Accepted Answer

Probably: Regular irritation of the esophagus and throat by vomiting can result in many health problems, including GERD and lesions with bleeding. Best to see your doctor and a therapist who specializes in eating disorders.

Question 10

why am i vomiting blood and chest pain?

Accepted Answer

Hematemesis : get to the ER those symptoms are serious and need evaluation

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Had endoscopy when presented to hosp after projectile vomiting blood. breathing tube was used. i am still hoarse after 7 wks. how long does this last?

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What is the definition or description of: projectile vomiting?

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Is non projectile vomiting serious? what should i do if i had this?

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Can vomiting blood a bad thing?

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Can i die from vomiting blood if i ignore it, if it was just a little blood?

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Could stress cause vomiting blood ?

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Vomiting blood after taking cocaine

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I'm vomiting blood and i'm bulemic. are they related?

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Why am i vomiting blood and chest pain?

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