Menu Healthy Lifestyle Diseases & Conditions First Aid Symptoms Tests & Procedures Videos Definitions FAQs HemoptysisUpdated: 2018-05-25When to seek immediate medical careSee a doctor immediately if: Significant amount of blood Bleeding doesn't stop Back pain Shortness of breath When to make a doctor's appointmentMake an appointment to see a doctor if: New onset Fatigue and unintentional weight loss Former or current smoker © 1998-2022 Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research(MFMER). All rights reserved. Terms of Use