Q. Could hypertension cause hematemesis?
Doctor Answer is medically reviewed by SecondMedic medical review team.
It's possible, although there are many other potential causes of hematemesis as well.
Hypertension (high blood pressure) is a condition in which the blood pressure in the arteries is too high. If hypertension is left untreated, it can damage the heart, kidneys, and other organs. It can also lead to stroke, heart attack, and death.
One potential complication of hypertension is bleeding from the stomach or intestines. This bleeding can cause hematemesis (vomiting up blood). Other causes of hematemesis include ulcers, tumors, and liver disease.
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