Symptoms Of Acid Reflux

Bloody Vomit Or Stool

Bloody vomit or stool indicates the patient is bleeding somewhere in their gastrointestinal tract. Since this symptom can sometimes be caused by a serious condition like cancer, the patient should always see their doctor to have it checked out. If possible, they should take the vomit or stool with them, so the doctor can examine it and determine the cause.

In acid reflux, the stomach acids can cause inflammation of the esophagus that can lead to bleeding. The patient may either vomit up food particles streaked with red, or they may vomit food mixed with what looks like coffee grounds. The latter is actually blood that has been sitting in the digestive tract for several hours. The patient may also pass a bloody stool that will be black and tar-like.

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