HEMOPTYSIS
⁃ The expectiration of blood that arises from the larynx, trachea, brochi or lungs.⁃ Massive hemoptysis, which occur rarely , should be managed by tne pulmonary specialist , experienced in bronchoscopy.
⁃ Small amounts of hemoptysis may occur in many illnesses, including acute brinchotits,pneumonia, pulmonary tuberculosis and cancers of the lung.
⁃ Management depends on the underlying disorder .
⁃ A carefull history and phsyical examination ,along with chest X-rat examintion.
⁃ Labortatory studies , often help identify the underlying causes.
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