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What Do Diarrhea And Green Colored Vomit Indicate?
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Detailed Answer:
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Usually coffee ground-like vomiting is a classic sign of upper gastrointestinal bleeding.This happens due to the oxidation of iron in hemoglobin (red blood cells) when it comes in contact with gastric acid.
The cause might be peptic ulcer ,gastritis , minor erosions due to vomiting etc.
In this case you might also have tarry stool.
If you continue to have coffee ground-like vomits or you notice the presence of black (tarry ) stools ,you need to consult a doctor as soon as possible.
Hope it helps.
Let me know if you have any question.
Kind regards,
Dr.Rovena Murati
detailed below.
Detailed Answer:
Hello.
Welcome to Healthcare Magic.
I read carefully your query.
Usually coffee ground-like vomiting is a classic sign of upper gastrointestinal bleeding.This happens due to the oxidation of iron in hemoglobin (red blood cells) when it comes in contact with gastric acid.
The cause might be peptic ulcer ,gastritis , minor erosions due to vomiting etc.
In this case you might also have tarry stool.
If you continue to have coffee ground-like vomits or you notice the presence of black (tarry ) stools ,you need to consult a doctor as soon as possible.
Hope it helps.
Let me know if you have any question.
Kind regards,
Dr.Rovena Murati
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