Mallory-Weiss Syndrome

Mallory-Weiss syndrome refers to a tear or laceration of the mucous membrane, most commonly at the point where the

esophagus

 and the stomach meet (gastroesophageal junction). Such a tear may result in severe bleeding from the gastrointestinal tract. The immediate cause of the lesion is usually a protracted period of vomiting.
Staying away from situations that cause violent vomiting, such as drinking too much alcohol, or coughing, or smoking, can help lessen your risk.
Symptoms

Throwing up

  • Blood in vomit

common

Abdominal pain

  • Located in middle upper region

or Acid reflux

or Back pain

common

Cough with mucus or without mucus

Fainting

or Dizziness

Black stool

Risk factors

Alcohol consumption

Chronic cough

Stomach hernia

Heavy lifting

Treatment
A Mallory-Weiss tear will stop bleeding and begin to heal on its own in most cases. Sometimes you will need treatment. An endoscope may be used to give you an injection or a heat treatment to stop the bleeding, or insert a clip that closes the tear and stops the bleeding.
Recommended specialist

If you have Mallory-Weiss Syndrome, then a visit to a gastroenterologist is recommended.

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