Melena

When to make a doctor’s appointment

Make an appointment to see a doctor if:

• Any melena, with or without other symptoms, even if gets better on its own

When to seek immediate medical care

See a doctor immediately if:

• Fainting
• Pale skin
• Sweating
• Fast heartbeat
• Low blood pressure
• Shortness of breath

When to make a doctor's appointment

Make an appointment to see a doctor if:

• Any melena, with or without other symptoms, even if gets better on its own