There are many possible causes of GI bleeding, including haemorrhoids, peptic ulcers, tears or inflammation in the oesophagus, diverticulosis and diverticulitis, ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease, colonic polyps, or cancer in the colon, stomach or oesophagus.
Hematemesis is the vomiting of blood. The source is generally the upper gastrointestinal tract, typically above the suspensory muscle of the duodenum. Patients can easily confuse it with hemoptysis (coughing up blood), although the latter is more common. Hematemesis "is always an important sign".
Healthy foods include fruits, vegetables, low-fat dairy products, lean meats, fish, and legumes such as lentils. Healthy foods can help you heal and improve your energy. Drink extra liquids as directed. You may need to drink extra liquids to prevent dehydration from vomiting.
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