Hello all. Recently I caught the flu and been coughing. Recently I have noticed blood in my spit from coughing. It doesn't seem like much but does have me concerned. Before I got sick, there wasn't any blood or what not. Do you think from the coughs that I might've messed something up in my throat causing the blood reaction???
2006-10-13 00:31:47 · 8 answers · asked by jordan_w83 2 in Health ➔ Men's Health
first of all do u smoke.. if u do.. u might want to stop.. and if u dont.. more than likely its just irritation.. it has happened to me before when i was coughing constently.. but u should ask a doctor.. just to be sure.. good luck with that and be careful..
2006-10-13 00:34:50 · answer #1 · answered by TwigEboneS 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cough causes irritation and it may lead to bleeding some time. This is because of mild capillaries burst within the mucous membrane. Just wait for 2-3 days, if it persists, then consult the doctor. Else, the doctor will ask you to go for list of investigations and by the time you finish the investigations, the problem would get cured, your bill for investigations will increase the B.P. and the doctor may ask you to start the treatment for B.P. Then for B.P. he may suggest you to undergo Renal profile, Lipid profile etc. Many times, the Cholesterol is slightly on higher side, so you will start Statins........and finally you may end up labelled as "A PATIENT". Good diet and REGULAR exercise is the masterkey to achieve good health. These 2 things keep you away from doctors.
2006-10-13 07:48:45 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Alternative names
Hemoptysis; Spitting up blood; Bloody sputum
Definition Return to top
Coughing up blood is the spitting up of blood or bloody mucus from the lungs and throat (respiratory tract).
Considerations Return to top
Hemoptysis is the medical term for coughing up blood from the respiratory tract.
Coughing up blood is not the same as bleeding from the mouth, throat, or gastrointestinal tract.
Blood that comes up with a cough often looks bubbly because it is mixed with air and mucus. It is usually bright red.
Common Causes Return to top
A number of conditions, diseases, and medical tests may make you cough up blood.
Diseases and conditions may include:
Bleeding gums such as with gingivitis
Blood clot in the lung
Bronchiectasis
Bronchitis
Cystic fibrosis
Esophageal cancer
Goodpasture's syndrome
Irritation of the throat from violent coughing
Nosebleed
Laryngitis
Lung cancer (see metastatic lung cancer)
Pneumonia
Pulmonary aspiration (inhaling blood into the lungs)
Pulmonary edema
Systemic lupus erythematosus
Tuberculosis
Wegener's granulomatosis
Diagnostic tests that may make you cough up blood may include:
Bronchoscopy
Laryngoscopy
Lung biopsy
Mediastinoscopy
Spirometry
Tonsillectomy
Upper airway biopsy
Home Care Return to top
Cough suppressants may help if this condition is due to throat irritation from violent coughing. However, cough suppressants may lead airway obstruction in some cases. Always check with your doctor first.
It is very important to note how long you cough up blood. You should also keep track of the following:
How much blood is mixed with the mucus
Symptoms such as lightheadedness, dizziness, or thirst, which might indicate a severe amount of blood loss
Other symptoms such as fever, chest pain, shortness of breath, and blood in the urine
Call your health care provider if Return to top
If there is any unexplained coughing up of blood, call an ambulance or go to the nearest emergency department. This is very important if your cough produces large volumes of blood (more than a few teaspoons), or if it is accompanied by severe shortness of breath, lightheadedness, or dizziness.
What to expect at your health care provider's office Return to top
In emergency cases, your doctor will give you treatments to control your condition. You will then be asked questions about your cough such as:
Type
Can you see blood when you cough up something?
Is there blood-streaked mucus (phlegm)?
Are large amounts of blood (massive hemoptysis) coughed up?
How many times have you coughed up blood?
Time pattern
Is the cough worse at night?
Did it begin suddenly?
Has it increased recently?
How many weeks has the cough lasted?
What other symptoms do you have?
The doctor will do a complete physical exam and check your chest and lungs. Tests that may be done include:
Chest x-ray
Chest CT scan
Complete blood count
Coagulation studies such as PT or PTT
Bronchoscopy
Lung biopsy
Lung scan
Pulmonary arteriography
Sputum culture and smear
You also could have triggered the vagus nerve that runs through the lungs to the brain and this could cause a blood tinged pheglm.
Kimberly, RRT
2006-10-13 07:43:11 · answer #3 · answered by Kimberly 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
This is a serious problem, get to the doctor immediately. If you can't get in to see your doctor, go to the emergency room. Coughing up blood is never a good sign, I'd be scared.
2006-10-13 07:35:21 · answer #4 · answered by Laurie K 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hard coughing could have ruptured a blood vessel. I would see a doctor.
2006-10-13 07:37:19 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It souds like you have TB. Go to the Docter and find out whats wrong before it get worse!
2006-10-13 07:36:08 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is a cause for concern. I wouldn't run to the ER but I would see my doctor as soon as possible.
a night shift x-ray tech
2006-10-13 07:35:00 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Please contact your Doctor immediately, because that might be a sytom of TB.
2006-10-13 12:34:50 · answer #8 · answered by joe 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋