Post by masders on Feb 15, 2024 10:13:09 GMT
Bleeding in the digestive system is a symptom of many conditions and diseases. There are many causes of bleeding. Starting from the most frequent inflammatory changes to malignant diseases. Dr. Toni Josifovski, a digestive surgeon, explains that bleeding in the digestive system can be visible through bloody vomit (hematemesis) or through the stool, which is called melena. This type of bleeding through the stool can be visible or invisible. Why does it happen? The causes are different, depending on the fact where the bleeding occurs. If it appears from the esophagus, then it can be caused by: Esophagitis and gastroesophageal reflux – Acids from the stomach back up into the esophagus which can cause irritation and inflammation, which can then cause bleeding.
Veins/varicose veins – these are enlarged veins, which are found in the lower part of the esophagus, or in the upper part of the abdomen. They can burst and cause St. Pierre and Miquelon Email List bleeding. Cirrhosis of the liver is the main cause of esophageal varices. "Mallory Weiss" syndrome bleeding that appears from the eruption of the upper part of the stomach, this is a consequence of frequent vomiting. Bleeding in the stomach can be caused by: Gastritis - inflammation in the stomach. Alcohol and some types of medicines that are used to relieve pain can cause gastritis. Ulcer – which is about damage to the protective stomach membrane and is in constant contact with the acids and enzymes in the stomach. Bleeding can also appear as a complication, which can threaten human life.
Stomach cancer Bleeding in the lower part of the digestive system (colon, rectum and anus) can be caused by: Hemorrhoids: are the main cause of visible bleeding in the lower part of the digestive tract, which appears with a light red color. Hemorrhoids are enlarged veins in the area of the anus, which can burst and cause bleeding that you can also spot on toilet paper. Anal fissures: are damaged parts of the mucous membrane of the anus, which are very painful and cause bleeding. Polyp in the large intestine: here growths (foreign masses) in the large intestine over time turn into cancer. Colorectal cancer can cause bleeding. Intestinal infections: inflammation and bloody diarrhea can occur as a result of intestinal infections. Ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease are inflammatory diseases that can cause bleeding in the digestive system.
Veins/varicose veins – these are enlarged veins, which are found in the lower part of the esophagus, or in the upper part of the abdomen. They can burst and cause St. Pierre and Miquelon Email List bleeding. Cirrhosis of the liver is the main cause of esophageal varices. "Mallory Weiss" syndrome bleeding that appears from the eruption of the upper part of the stomach, this is a consequence of frequent vomiting. Bleeding in the stomach can be caused by: Gastritis - inflammation in the stomach. Alcohol and some types of medicines that are used to relieve pain can cause gastritis. Ulcer – which is about damage to the protective stomach membrane and is in constant contact with the acids and enzymes in the stomach. Bleeding can also appear as a complication, which can threaten human life.
Stomach cancer Bleeding in the lower part of the digestive system (colon, rectum and anus) can be caused by: Hemorrhoids: are the main cause of visible bleeding in the lower part of the digestive tract, which appears with a light red color. Hemorrhoids are enlarged veins in the area of the anus, which can burst and cause bleeding that you can also spot on toilet paper. Anal fissures: are damaged parts of the mucous membrane of the anus, which are very painful and cause bleeding. Polyp in the large intestine: here growths (foreign masses) in the large intestine over time turn into cancer. Colorectal cancer can cause bleeding. Intestinal infections: inflammation and bloody diarrhea can occur as a result of intestinal infections. Ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease are inflammatory diseases that can cause bleeding in the digestive system.