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Vomiting Mucus and Blood: Seek Immediate Medical Attention
Vomiting blood (hematemesis) or mucus mixed with blood is a potentially serious symptom requiring urgent evaluation.
Possible Causes
- Peptic ulcer, gastritis, esophagitis.
- Esophageal varices (portal hypertension).
- Mallory-Weiss tear (forceful vomiting).
- Gastric or esophageal malignancy.
- Severe infections.
Action
Do not self-treat. Go to an emergency department or call 911. Prompt endoscopy often identifies and treats the source.
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