Haemoptysis
Haemoptysis is the medical term for coughing up blood or blood-stained mucus from the bronchi, larynx, trachea, or lungs. This symptom can be a sign of a serious medical condition, such as lung cancer or a severe infection.
Causes[edit | edit source]
Haemoptysis can be caused by a variety of conditions, including:
- Lung cancer
- Tuberculosis
- Bronchiectasis
- Pneumonia
- Pulmonary embolism
- Lung abscess
- Cystic fibrosis
- Mitral stenosis
- Goodpasture's syndrome
- Wegener's granulomatosis
Symptoms[edit | edit source]
The main symptom of haemoptysis is the presence of blood or blood-stained mucus in the cough. Other symptoms can include:
Diagnosis[edit | edit source]
The diagnosis of haemoptysis involves a thorough medical history and physical examination, as well as various tests such as:
Treatment[edit | edit source]
The treatment of haemoptysis depends on the underlying cause. It may include:
- Antibiotics for infections
- Chemotherapy or radiation therapy for lung cancer
- Bronchial artery embolization for severe bleeding
- Surgery in certain cases
See also[edit | edit source]
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