What could cause me to cough up blood?

Question

I just coughed up some blood fifteen minutes ago.. Nothing since.

What could this be from?

Answer 1

You should call your internist just to be sure.   Make note if it's old blood (dark colored) or new bright red blood.  Your internist might ask.  I hope you're ok, take care!

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Answer 2

Umm... idk what could cause it, but that's really not good. I'd call a doctor right away and see what they think.

Answer 3

Sometimes coughing really hard can burst a few blood vessels in your throat. That's not serious and is not an emergency.   If it is not a large amount, and it doesn't happen frequently, you should be O:K.  If ever in doubt, see a doctor.  Larger amounts of blood, blood everytime you cough is a sign of a problem.  Seek medical intention immediately in this case.  Hope you feel better.

Answer 4

You may have Tuberculosis, because coughing up blood happens to be one of the symptoms. I'd visit the doctor just to make sure. Check this website out to see if u have any other symptoms that is related to this disease.  

Answer 5

It could be as simple as a sinus infection causing blood to drain and need to be coughed up.  It could also be very serious.  If you see more when you cough again, see a doctor ASAP!