GI Emergencies

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Signs and Symptoms

Gastrointestinal (GI) emergencies can cause a number of different symptoms, depending on the underlying condition. Symptoms vary from mild to severe, and the severity of the symptoms does not always reflect the severity of the condition.


Signs and symptoms that may indicate a GI emergency include the following:

Acute gastrointestinal bleeding (e.g., blood in the stool, vomiting blood)
Change in bowel habits (e.g., acute diarrhea, severe constipation)
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