"Unraveling Psychogenic Vomiting With Hemoptysis In An Adolescent: A Case Report"

This case report details the presentation, diagnosis, and management of psychogenic vomiting in a 13-year-old female, emphasizing the interplay of psychological factors and family dynamics. The patient presented to the Department of Respiratory Medicine with complaints of recurrent episodes of vomiting, which had a reddish color and were initially diagnosed as hemoptysis. However, after a thorough investigation, all organic and systemic causes were ruled out, and the patient’s symptoms were attributed to anxiety and emotional stressors. Management included pharmacotherapy with Escitalopram and Clonazepam, as well as psychological interventions such as supportive psychotherapy and cognitive-behavioral therapy. The patient showed significant improvement in symptoms and quality of life, highlighting the necessity of a multidisciplinary approach in treating psychogenic vomiting.