Bleeding can be caused by both mild and serious health problems.
Bleeding from the mouth can be caused by respiratory or digestive system problems, rough brushing of teeth, trauma, infection, medication, and more. Let's discuss in detail.
Symptoms of the digestive system include:
• Abdominal pain, swelling, bloating;
• Bloody stools;
• Diarrhea;
• Rectal bleeding;
• Vomiting blood.
Respiratory system symptoms include:
• Swelling in the neck;
• A feeling of choking;
• Severe cough;
• Difficulty breathing or swallowing;
• Color change in the throat or neck area.
Symptoms from other body systems include:
• Dizziness;
• A feeling of a pounding heart;
• Fatigue;
• Pale skin;
• Weakness.
Bleeding from the mouth can be caused by gum disease, ulcers, trauma to the oral tissue, or a blow to the chest.
Seek medical attention if you have any of the following symptoms:
• Swelling or a feeling of tightness;
• Trouble breathing;
• Bleeding that lasts more than a day;
• Darkening of the skin in the neck or throat area;
• Signs of bleeding in the neck or throat area.
