haematemesis

/ˌhiməˈtɛməsɪs/
noun
  1. The act of vomiting blood.
    • The doctor asked about any history of haematemesis to help diagnose the problem.
    • Haematemesis can be a sign of a serious stomach ulcer or internal bleeding.
    • The patient was rushed to the emergency room after an episode of haematemesis.
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