why do i spit out blood???

Question

okay, recently, i've been spitting out blod. but alot come out, then after i spit again, there's no more blood!!! help. im scared, but i dont want to go to the doctors, because i'm so terrified of them, of the news i might get and please help.. and try not to frighten me!!!

Answer 1

Are you spitting blood after brushing your teeth?
If so, it you should get a softer toothbrush, floss and brush after every meal. But it is not serious.

Is there blood when you blow your nose?
Do you have a cough?

If we cough a lot we can tear our throats and will have some bloody spit. If you have a sinus infection you might have bloody spit. If you have a throat or sinus infection you might need antibiotics. Go see your doctor! If you have a persistent fever go to the doctor ASAP or go to the emergency room.

If you have a small bleed in your sinuses it could run down into your mouth.

You should not be afraid of doctors.

Check this site:
http://www.wrongdiagnosis.com/sym/spitting_blood.htm#doctor

Answer 2

Well, I'm sorry doctors frighten you. I guess you'd rather have a spaz attack at school in fron of every body than get it taken care of between you and your doctor before it gets serious. You also probably think the weatherman causes the weather. They say the meek will inherit the Earth, but that doesn't mean the ones who don't have the courage to take care of themselves.
Possibility number one: brushing your teeth too hard.
Possibility number two - your house is way too dry and hurting your throat at night
Possibility number three - its those pesky female hormones (right before that time of the month - you are female, right?)
There are others, as you know. But almost everything heals by itself. Not going to the doctor means you are afraid to take responsibility for your own body, not a good thing. And they say a coward dies a thousand deaths a brave man just but once - what that means is that worrying about something you can do something about is more than just silly. Grow up and DO something about it! There will be enough things in your life you CAN"T do anything about that will bug you. Remember: worry is stress and stress is bad for you. Talk to a doctor, you'll feel better once you've fixed the problem or more likely found that its not much of a problem to start with. GO.

Answer 3

You ARE already scared (as you have admitted), so not going to the doctor is clearly not helping you. On the other hand, going to the doctor can only help you, by reassuring you if the cause is something benign (harmless), and treating you if there is anything that needs treatment.

Causes of spitting up blood can range from completely benign things (such as nosebleed caused by dry air, a sore in your mouth etc) to more serious things (such as an infection in your airways, ulcer in your stomach) to life threatening diseases that need treatment without delay (for example, a blood clot in your lungs, cancer, or severe liver disease).

It is impossible to give you the reassurance (or treatment) that you need now without a detailed history, examination, and if necessary, other tests - that's why seeing a doctor would be a great idea!

Answer 4

Okay, if you are spitting blood, it most likely is coming from one of two place: your lungs or stomach. Either way, there is a very good chance that the cause is bacterial, in which case, a simple antibiotic may well cure you. Go to a walk-in clinic and discuss your case with a physician, physician's assistant, or nurse practitioner. I think you will feel all around better after you do this.

Answer 5

It could be normal, just spitting out the old mucus, and it looks red becuase of the excess blood left behind, it's like spitting up a lugy, but you should still check with your doctor, just to be on the safe side.

Answer 6

I used to spit blood every other morning for 10 years and it wasn't linked with brushing teeth too vigorously etc. All my tests came out negative and the doctors seemed perplexed. And then suddenly I somehow stopped spitting blood all together. Well, it's been almost 6 months now and I feel great. Soooooo, stop worrying! It might as well work out just fine! Будь здоров! :-)

Answer 7

Internal bleeding is not necessarily BAD. Like an external cut thats bleeding and in need of a little band aid something has to be done to stop the internal bleeding.

If its your gums then gargle with salt and get off to the dentist and GP because they can tell you EXACTLY whats wrong - ONLY these professionals can accurately diagnose you

Whatever your phobia tells you about Dr's then get over it because your life could be in jeapoardy. If you leave it, it may end up too late.

Either way, rendered unconscious or on your death bed ... YOU WILL END UP AT THE DR'S & IN HOSPITAL

Answer 8

Haemoptysis (Coughing Up Blood)

Haemoptysis (hemoptysis) is simply a medical term for coughing up blood. The blood can appear as flecks, streaks or can be quite massive in amount. Haemoptysis (hemoptysis) can be caused by many things, but it is important to make sure that the blood really is from the lungs and not from other structures like the nose or the gastro-intestinal system. If you ever cough up blood, it is important to see your doctor so that they can investigate the possible cause.
What is Haemoptysis (Hemoptysis)?

While it may seem simple enough, coughing up blood (also known as haemoptysis or hemoptysis) has a very specific definition as it means that the blood is coming from the lungs, below the vocal cords. Haemoptysis (hemoptysis) can result in coughing up blood as small flecks, streaks or even as a massive bleed. Sometimes it can accompany mucus or sputum
To make sure that it is really haemoptysis then other sources of the blood such as the nose, throat or the gastro-intestinal system have to be excluded.


What Causes Haemoptysis (Hemoptysis)

There are many different causes of haemoptysis (hemoptysis). Some of the causes are:



The most common cause is an acute Infection, especially in exacerbations of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), usually secondary to smoking

1.Chronic bronchitis

2.Bronchiectasis, where the blood often mixed with thick, smelly sputum

3.Pulmonary embolism (a blood clot in the lungs)

4.Lobar Pneumonia, usually described as having 'rust coloured' sputum

5.Pulmonary oedema (fluid in the lungs): pink, frothy sputum secondary to heart conditions such as mitral stenosis or left ventricular failure

6.Lung Cancer

7.Tuberculosis

8.Inhaled Foreign Body

9.Rupture of a blood vessel after vigorous coughing

In about one quarter of cases, even after thorough investigation the cause of the bleeding is never found.


When to See a Doctor about Haemoptysis (Hemoptysis)
Many, if not all of the causes of haemoptysis (hemoptysis) require looking into by a doctor and there are many very serious conditions that can lead to it. If you ever have an episode of haemoptysis it is important to see your GP so that they can decide whether it is worth worrying about or not.


Tests and Examinations for Haemoptysis (Hemoptysis)

Your doctor will want to examine your heart and your lungs for any signs of diseases that can cause you to cough up blood. They will probably also want to look in your nose to make sure that the blood is not coming from there (it can sometimes be hard to tell!). They will also want to take your temperature, as a fever can be a sign of infection.
Your doctor will usually want to do a chest x-ray and may want to do a CT scan or bronchoscopy (where a tube is inserted into the airway allowing the doctor to see what is inside) depending on how severe the haemoptysis is, or what they find after taking your history and doing an examination.

Answer 9

Okay. You might be seriously sick. but you also might not be. The Same exact thing happened to me whenever i was really really sick. i had broken a blood vessel in my throat and it hurt really really bad. Thats why i would sometimes Spit up Blood. But you need to go to the Doctor and get it checked out. they are the only people than can accuratly diagnose you with whatever it is.

Answer 10

Well see if your teeth are loose, the more you spit the more the gums will bleed. Other than that, are you an alcoholic/heavy drinker? You could have esophagus, stomach bleeding, if you are having bloody stools (in the toilet) is the next issue, and the doctor is nothing to fear, you'll only find out what is going on, if it's fatal, you'll just die slower and in more pain than if they help you.