Bleeding
Alternate Names : Blood Loss, Hemorrhage
What are the signs and symptoms of the condition?
Symptoms of a large amount of blood loss are:
bluish lips and fingernails
bruising
clammy skin
confusion
decreased alertness
low blood pressure
paleness
rapid heart rate
shock
weakness
Examples of external bleeding through a natural opening include:
blood in the stool,
which can appear to be either black, bright red, or maroon
blood in the urine
blood in the vomit, which can be red, brown, or black, like coffee
grounds
vaginal bleeding
Internal bleeding can be minimal or serious. It can cause bruising or a
hematoma, which is an area of swelling filled with blood. Internal swelling or
bruising cannot be seen.
Signs of internal bleeding may include :
abdominal pain, caused
by irritation to the coverings of the abdominal structures
coughing up
blood
fainting
shock
swelling of the abdomen
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