Esophageal Varices
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Esophageal Varices Symptoms
Symptoms of esophageal varices may include:
Difficulty swallowing
Vomiting blood
Vomiting
material that looks like coffee grounds
Blood in the stool
:
Black stool
Rectal bleeding
Red or maroon stool
Anorexia
Symptoms of gastrointestinal bleeding
may include:
Rapid pulse
Rapid breathing
Low blood pressure
Dizziness
Fainting
Faintness
Fatigue
Pale skin
For more information:
Esophageal reflux disease symptoms
Esophageal cancer symptoms
Esophageal spasm symptoms
Esophageal stricture symptoms
Gastrointestinal bleeding symptoms
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Last Updated: May 4, 2009
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