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Worried about hematemesis. what causes it?

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Dr. Alan Ali answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

Hematemesis: Bleeding from stomach or intestinal tract which comes out through the mouth, can indicate stomach problems or irritation to stomach from alcohol or chemicals, or disease in upper GI tract. Consult your pcp for referral to gastroenterologist.

Answered 6/10/2014

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