Blood in the stomach, also known as gastrointestinal (GI) bleeding, can occur due to a number of possible reasons. It can be a symptom of a serious condition and may require immediate medical care. Possible causes Hemorrhoids Peptic ulcers Inflammation or tears in the esophagus Diverticulosis and diverticulitis Ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease Colonic polyps Cancer in the stomach, esophagus, or colon Symptoms Visible blood in vomit or stool, Changes in stool color, Vomiting red or black bl

🚨 Medical Emergency: GI Bleed 🚨 A GI bleed (gastrointestinal bleed) isn’t just “a little blood in the stool.” It can be life-threatening. Red flags you can’t ignore: • Vomiting blood (bright red or like coffee grounds) • Black, tarry stools • Maroon or bright red blood in stool • Sudden weakness, dizziness, fainting • Drop in blood pressure or rapid heart rate Why it matters: A GI bleed means blood loss inside your digestive tract. Depending on the source: stomach, intestines, or esophagus, it