BackPublished on March 28, 2024
Internal bleeding
Bleeding inside the body, particularly in the chest or belly cavities, or into muscles.
Bleeding inside the body, particularly in the chest or belly cavities, or into muscles.
When to seek immediate medical care
Seek emergency help if:
- Bleeding from a body opening, such as the ear, mouth, nose or anus.
- Vomiting or coughing up blood.
- Passing black or bloody stools.
- Shock, indicated by a rapid, weak pulse; pale skin; sweating; rapid breathing; and decreased alertness.