Unexplained blood in baby's mouth after prolonged puking

[G'smommy]

My 15 month old has had a stomach virus with vomiting lasting throughout several days. Now I am seeing blood in her mouth for apparently no reason. There doesn't seem to be any puking and no apparent injury to her mouth. Please help.

[Debbie Miller, RN]

Hello,
It is possible that there were some small capillaries that were traumatized from the vomiting. This can happen in the esophagus and it will heal. Unless there is a lot of blood I wouldn't worry too much. Giver her soft foods while she heals. Stomach acid is also very strong and that comes up with the stomach contents sometimes.

Best wishes.