Hematemesis
The vomiting of blood.
Also called: Vomiting blood.
Conditions associated with hematemesis
The following conditions have been associated with hematemesis in medical literature. This is informational and not a diagnosis.
Aicardi-Goutieres syndrome 7
Any Aicardi-Goutieres syndrome in which the cause of the disease is a mutation in the IFIH1 gene....
Bernard-Soulier syndrome
Bernard-Soulier syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Caroli syndrome
Caroli syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever
Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Hardikar syndrome
Hardikar syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Hemorrhagic fever-renal syndrome
Hemorrhagic fever-renal syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs...
Multifocal lymphangioendotheliomatosis-thrombocytopenia syndrome
Multifocal lymphangioendotheliomatosis-thrombocytopenia syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated...
Multiple endocrine neoplasia type 1
Multiple endocrine neoplasia type 1 is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and si...
Neuroendocrine tumor of stomach
Neuroendocrine tumor of stomach is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Peptic Ulcer Disease
Open sores on the stomach or duodenum lining, often caused by H. pylori infection or NSAID use, causing burnin...
Plague
Plague is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Rift valley fever
Rift valley fever is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome
Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome
Wiskott-Aldrich syndrome (WAS) is a primary immunodeficiency disease characterized by microthrombocytopenia, e...
Yellow fever
Yellow fever is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Zygomycosis
Zygomycosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
congenital afibrinogenemia
Familial afibrinogenemia is a coagulation disorder characterized by bleeding symptoms due to a complete absenc...
hemophilia B
Hemophilia B is a form of hemophilia characterized by spontaneous or prolonged hemorrhages due to factor IX de...
neurodevelopmental disorder with poor growth, seizures, and brain abnormalities
neurodevelopmental disorder with poor growth, seizures, and brain abnormalities is a medical condition that ma...
telangiectasia, hereditary hemorrhagic, type 1
telangiectasia, hereditary hemorrhagic, type 1 is a medical condition that may be associated with various symp...
telangiectasia, hereditary hemorrhagic, type 2
Any hereditary hemorrhagic telangiectasia in which the cause of the disease is a mutation in the ACVRL1 gene....
Tests providers may use to investigate hematemesis
When investigating hematemesis, a healthcare provider may order one or more of the following laboratory tests. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
H. Pylori Igg Testing
This stool test is used to help diagnose H. pylori (Helicobacter pylori) bacteria infections and/or to determi...
H. pylori Test
Detects Helicobacter pylori infection associated with ulcers and gastritis....
Occult Blood Fecal Test
This test, also known as a FIT or iFOBT, detects the presence of occult (hidden) blood in fecal matter....
Urinalysis
Examines urine content to help detect urinary tract infections, kidney disease, and diabetes....
Symptoms commonly seen alongside hematemesis
Black Stools
Dark, tarry stools that usually indicate bleeding in the upper digestive tract....
Fatigue
A subjective feeling of tiredness characterized by a lack of energy and motivation....
Fever
Body temperature elevated above the normal range....
Headache
Cephalgia, or pain sensed in various parts of the head, not confined to the area of distribution of any nerve....
Seizure
A seizure is an intermittent abnormality of nervous system physiology characterized by a transient occurrence ...
Upper Abdominal Pain
Pain in the upper central area of the abdomen, which can be related to the stomach, esophagus, pancreas, or ga...
When to seek care
Seek care from a qualified healthcare provider if hematemesis is severe, persistent, worsening, or accompanied by concerning symptoms. If you think you have a medical emergency, call your local emergency number immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the symptom hematemesis mean?
Hematemesis is a health sign or symptom described in medical literature. The vomiting of blood.
Which conditions are associated with hematemesis?
Hematemesis has been reported in association with 21 conditions in the medical literature we index, including Aicardi-Goutieres syndrome 7, Bernard-Soulier syndrome, Caroli syndrome, Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever, Hardikar syndrome. These associations do not mean you have any of these conditions.
Should I see a doctor about hematemesis?
You should discuss any persistent or concerning symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider. This website does not provide diagnosis. If you have severe symptoms or signs of a medical emergency, seek care immediately.