Mallory-Weiss tear

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mallory-weiss tear - Definition: (Source: MedLinePlus)

A Mallory-Weiss tear occurs in the mucous membrane of the esophagus, where it connects to the stomach. The tear may bleed. ...
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mallory-weiss tear - Images (Source: MedLinePlus)

Digestive system

Mallory-Weiss tear

Stomach and stomach lining

Causes of mallory-weiss tear (Source: MedLinePlus)

Mallory-Weiss tears do not happen very often. They are usually caused by forceful or long-term vomiting or coughing . They may also be caused by epileptic convulsions . The tear may be followed by vomiting bright red blood or by passing blood in the stool. Any condition that leads to violent and lengthy bouts of coughing or vomiting can cause these tears. ...
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Symptoms of mallory-weiss tear (Source: MedLinePlus)

Bloody stools ; Vomiting blood (bright red). ...
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mallory-weiss tear - Conventional Treatments (Source: MedLinePlus)

The tear usually heals in about 10 days without treatment. Surgery is rarely required. Drugs that suppress stomach acid (proton pump inhibitors or H2 blockers) may be given, but it is not clear if they are helpful. If blood loss has been great, blood transfusions may be necessary. Excessive bleeding may need to be treated by using an endoscope (see EGD ). In most cases, bleeding stops without treatment within a few hours. ...
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Further Reading on mallory-weiss tear

Gastrointestinal Bleeding ( WebMD ) Gastrointestinal bleeding can occur in either the upper or lower GI Tract...the following: Peptic ulcers Gastritis Esophageal varices Mallory - Weiss tears Lower gastrointestinal bleeding: Lower GI...

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