Epistemis

Hemoptysis

Specialty: Respiratory.

  • sputum with blood
  • blood when coughing

Why it occurs

  • Bronchitis/bronchiectasis
  • Pulmonary neoplasia
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  • Mitral stenosis

Initial workup

Chest x-ray; CT and bronchoscopy if persistent or massive; coagulation.

red flags

Massive or unstable hemoptysis → urgency; In a smoker with constitutional syndrome, rule out neoplasia.

Standard management

  • Treat the cause — there is no specific cough suppressant; stabilize

Educational guidance for study. It is NOT a prescription recommendation. The actual choice depends on the cause, the patient, and current guidelines.

PreviousExpectoration (sputum)
Area
Respiratory
Listed causes
5
Treatment options
1
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