The coughing up of blood or blood-tinged sputum from the respiratory tract, typically originating from the lungs or bronchial tubes. It can range from minor streaking to massive bleeding and may indicate serious underlying lung disease.
From Greek 'haima' meaning 'blood' and 'ptysis' meaning 'spitting.' The term literally describes the act of spitting or coughing up blood from the respiratory system.
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