Is vomiting feces dangerous?

Question

My elderly father has been very unwell. He's been vomiting and it looks very unusual, almost like feces. This is really disturbing, is vomiting feces dangerous?

Saurabh Mishra · Accepted Answer

If you are vomiting material that smells or looks like feces, this is a major medical emergency indicating a severe bowel obstruction. I panicked when my uncle had this, and we rushed him to the hospital—thankfully, surgery saved him.

Kajal Sharma · Answer

I haven't heard of this before and it sounds incredibly scary. Is the person in severe stomach pain or unable to pass gas? Please take them to a doctor immediately, as this seems like an emergency.

Priyanka Das · Answer

I was reading about gastrointestinal blockages on a medical forum, and vomiting fecal matter is a critical warning sign. It is highly dangerous and requires immediate hospitalization. Please don't ignore this.

Jaison Thomas · Answer

Yes, this is extremely dangerous and a critical medical emergency. It usually points to a complete intestinal blockage, meaning waste is being pushed back up. Please go to the nearest emergency room immediately.

Kavita Didi · Answer

Please do not try any home remedies or wait for this to pass. This is a very serious condition that requires immediate surgical evaluation. Go to a hospital casualty ward right now, and take care.

Is vomiting feces dangerous?

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Consult a internal medicine specialist

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