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What Causes Sudden Blood Vomiting In Kids?

Hi, my daughter is 3 years old, and she started vomitting blood this evening, her father has her on post at the hospital, but his phone died and he can t tell me why she s vomitting blood. She has never had any major health problems, and is only allergic to a few things such as peanut butter and pineapple. She weighs 36 lbs
posted on Fri, 14 Mar 2014
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Hi...blood vomiting can occur in food allergies. It can occur due to some drugs like pain killers and steroids. But the quantity and history and clinical examination all have to be kept in mind before attempting to confirm a diagnosis.

regards - Dr. Sumanth
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What Causes Sudden Blood Vomiting In Kids?

Hi...blood vomiting can occur in food allergies. It can occur due to some drugs like pain killers and steroids. But the quantity and history and clinical examination all have to be kept in mind before attempting to confirm a diagnosis. regards - Dr. Sumanth