A well -known general practitioner calls on people not to ignore bleeding from five body parts. Doctor Amir Khan shared a potential life saving advice on the social network, writes.
The doctor explained at the beginning that it clearly Red blood in the stool may mean anal crack or hemorrhoids, while Dark or black stools may indicate stomach or small intestinal bleeding. Blood in the stool may also be a symptom inflammatory bowel disease or bowel cancer, Especially if it is accompanied by other symptoms such as abdominal pain, weight loss or change of intestinal habits.
“It can be an infection, a kidney stone or a chronic kidney disease, but it may also be a symptom of bladder or kidney cancer, Therefore, have it examined, “the doctor said.
According to Dr. Khan, blood in vomit may be caused by a bleeding ulcer or crack in the esophagus if it is bright red, while dark vomit indicates stomach bleeding. “Sometimes coughing blood may appear as vomit and this may be a symptom of lung cancer or tuberculosis. Vomiting blood can also be a late symptom of stomach or esophagus cancer and it is always worthwhile to be examined,” stressed.
4. Unexpected vaginal bleeding
According to a general practitioner, the fourth warning symptom is unexpected vaginal bleeding outside the regular menstrual cycle. “Strong, irregular bleeding can be a sign of fibroids, endometriosis, adenomyosis or hormonal imbalance. Any vaginal bleeding after menopause should always be examined. I can’t emphasize it enough. It does not matter whether it was small, whether it stopped, whether it has not appeared for several weeks, whether it appeared only once – let yourself be examined. It may be uterine cancer, ” Appeal a doctor.
He added that bleeding between menstruation can also have several causes, but it is always worth being investigated. Last but not least, he explained that Bleeding after sex can be the cervix polyp, infection, or even cervical cancer and it is always worthwhile to go to the doctor.
Dr. Khan also pointed out that ear bleeding is a symptom that should never be overlooked, indicating possible causes. “It can be a cracked drum, ear infection or injury, but it may also be a symptom of head injury or skull fracture,” explained the severity. For those who experience inexplicable bleeding from the ear recommended to seek medical attention – especially if it is associated with hearing loss, pain or dizziness.
