Negative hematemesis

What does "Negative hematemesis" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

Negative hematemesis refers to the absence of vomiting blood. Hematemesis is a medical term for blood in vomit, which can be a sign of various health problems. So, if a doctor says that someone has "negative hematemesis", it means that the person is not experiencing this symptom. It does not necessarily mean the person is completely healthy, just that they are not showing this particular sign of illness.

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