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Can acid reflux or overusing zantac (ranitidine) cause spitting up blood?

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Dr. Robert Killian
Dr. Robert Killiananswered
General Practice 29 years experience
Spitting up Blood: This is an emergency. You do realize that don't you? The problem is what is causing the acid reflux. What ever the cause of the acid reflux is getting worse...It is not getting better with zantac (ranitidine). You need immediate medical attention.
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