Upper gastrointestinal bleeding, vomiting blood, amount of bleeding.

Written by Wu Hai Wu
Gastroenterology
Updated on November 15, 2024
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Patients with upper gastrointestinal bleeding may experience vomiting blood once the stomach bleeding reaches more than 200 mL. The occurrence of vomiting blood also indicates a significant amount of bleeding. Therefore, patients who experience vomiting blood need to actively seek medical attention as soon as possible at the gastroenterology department of a reputable hospital. If the condition permits, a thorough examination with an electronic gastroscope should be carried out promptly to determine the cause, location, and amount of the bleeding. Endoscopic hemostasis can also be performed at the same time. If necessary, oral or intravenous medications that suppress gastric acid secretion can be administered, along with other comprehensive treatments.

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Upper gastrointestinal bleeding, vomiting blood suggests how much bleeding?

Upper gastrointestinal bleeding presenting as hematemesis indicates a bleeding volume of at least 200 mL. If a patient experiences upper gastrointestinal bleeding accompanied by vomiting blood, it suggests a significant amount of bleeding and should be taken very seriously. Patients should seek treatment at a specialized gastrointestinal department of a reputable hospital and have an endoscopic examination as soon as possible to confirm the diagnosis. In addition, endoscopic hemostasis can be performed. After the occurrence of hematemesis due to upper gastrointestinal bleeding, it is recommended to be hospitalized for treatment. Treatment should also include the use of hemostatic drugs, acid-suppressing medications, and drugs that protect the gastric mucosa. Acid suppression medications can include proton pump inhibitors or H2 receptor antagonists, among others.

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Upper gastrointestinal bleeding, vomiting blood, amount of bleeding.

Patients with upper gastrointestinal bleeding may experience vomiting blood once the stomach bleeding reaches more than 200 mL. The occurrence of vomiting blood also indicates a significant amount of bleeding. Therefore, patients who experience vomiting blood need to actively seek medical attention as soon as possible at the gastroenterology department of a reputable hospital. If the condition permits, a thorough examination with an electronic gastroscope should be carried out promptly to determine the cause, location, and amount of the bleeding. Endoscopic hemostasis can also be performed at the same time. If necessary, oral or intravenous medications that suppress gastric acid secretion can be administered, along with other comprehensive treatments.

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The most common cause of upper gastrointestinal bleeding

Upper gastrointestinal bleeding is also relatively common clinically. The most common causes mainly include the following points: the first is bleeding from gastric and duodenal ulcers, the second category is esophageal and gastric fundal variceal rupture caused by liver cirrhosis, the third category includes bleeding caused by stress ulcers and acute erosive gastritis, and another category includes bleeding caused by gastric cancer, etc. After upper gastrointestinal bleeding occurs, blood transfusion should be administered to replenish blood volume and stop the bleeding. If conditions allow, a complete gastroscopy should be performed for endoscopic hemostasis. If drug treatment is not effective, surgical treatment may be considered, etc.

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Upper gastrointestinal hemorrhage rescue process

First, it is important to address the most life-threatening situations by promptly clearing the airway to prevent blood clots from gastrointestinal bleeding from blocking the bronchi, which can cause choking or asphyxiation. Additionally, it is crucial to timely replenish blood volume, as significant blood loss can directly lead to shock. While combating shock, actively identify the cause of the bleeding. Use a gastroscope for examination, and blood can be stopped under gastroscopy. If it cannot be stopped under gastroscopy, an emergency laparotomy should be performed to carry out a major gastrectomy. Postoperatively, intensive care should be strengthened, actively identifying the cause of gastric bleeding, providing symptomatic treatment, and maintaining regular dietary habits, with meals being on schedule and in fixed amounts.

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Upper digestive tract bleeding vomit color

The color of vomit in upper gastrointestinal bleeding primarily relates to the amount of bleeding and the speed of bleeding. If the patient has minor bleeding, the gastric acid may process it, resulting in the vomiting of a coffee-ground-like substance, indicating a smaller amount of bleeding. If the patient has substantial bleeding at a rapid pace, surpassing the gastric acid processing, fresh blood may often be vomited, indicating significant bleeding and a poor prognosis. After upper gastrointestinal bleeding occurs, it is crucial to seek medical attention immediately. In clinical settings, patients are usually given proton pump inhibitors and somatostatin analog drugs to stop the bleeding, and it is vital to promptly conduct a thorough gastroscopy to ascertain the causes of gastrointestinal bleeding and so forth.