Is it normal to have brown vomit or "coffee vomit" (what they called it) after TT and lipo?

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Is it normal to have brown vomit or "coffee vomit" (what they called it) after tt and lipo? It's a bit concerning to me but doctors don't seem to be alarmed.

Douglas Taranow, DO, FACOS · Answer

Vomiting coffeee grounds is indicative of stomach bleeding.  It should always be worked up rapidly by your internist and gastroenterologist.  Don't delay seeing them.Best of luckDr T

Joseph Franklin, MD · Answer

Vomiting dried or old blood - otherwise known as coffee ground emesis - is worrisome of a stomach or GI ulcer.   This needs to be quickly worked up by a primary care doctor or GI specialist.   If it continues, go to the emergency department.   Bleeding in the stomach and/or intestines can be a life threatening emergency.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

If you have coffee grounds in your vomit, you may have an ulcer, and need to be seen by your MD and probably a gastroenterologist or go to the ER for evaluation.

Is it normal to have brown vomit or "coffee vomit" (what they called it) after TT and lipo?

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