Why am I coughing up blood?

Coughing up blood (hemoptysis) can be alarming. 

Medome helps determine causes and urgency. 

Common causes

  • Respiratory infections 
  • Bronchitis or pneumonia 
  • Minor airway irritation 

Less common but important

  • Lung cancer 
  • Pulmonary embolism 
  • Tuberculosis 

What people ask about coughing up blood

“Is this an emergency?”

Medome helps flag urgent symptoms.

“How do I know if it’s serious?”

Persistent, large amounts, or associated symptoms indicate urgent care.

“What should I do?”

Seek immediate evaluation if blood is significant or recurrent.

When to seek care

  • Large amounts of blood 
  • Shortness of breath or chest pain 
  • Fever or night sweats 

How Medome Helps

Medome evaluates risk factors, history, and symptoms to guide urgent action. 

*This information is provided for educational purposes onlyTo best understand what is the cause of your symptom, please complete a free Medome consultation. Of course, any final medical decisions should be made in consultation with a licensed medical professional.