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==Physical Examination== | ==Physical Examination== | ||
===Appearance of the Patient=== | |||
The patient might be in mild distress if there is epigastric pain and significant bleeding. | |||
===Vital Signs=== | |||
*[[Tachycardia]] If there is significant bleeding | |||
*Weak pulse If there is significant bleeding | |||
*Low blood pressure If there is significant bleeding | |||
==Vitals== | ==Vitals== | ||
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Overview
Mallory-Weiss syndrome is usually not associated with any findings on physical examination.
Physical Examination
Appearance of the Patient
The patient might be in mild distress if there is epigastric pain and significant bleeding.
Vital Signs
- Tachycardia If there is significant bleeding
- Weak pulse If there is significant bleeding
- Low blood pressure If there is significant bleeding
Vitals
In cases of significant bleeding we may find the following findings on physical exam:
- Tachycardia
- weak pulse