How much blood loss is fatal?

Answer 1

People die from blood loss when the amount of blood is so low that the heart's intake of oxygen, from the blood, is too little. When the heart doesn't get enough oxygen... It stops!

Answer 2

It depends on the amount of blood lost. One can lose up to a pint without noticing any symptoms. But usually anything more than that can amount to shock and other serious complications. Your chances of dying are much lower if you seek emergency medical treatment as quickly as possible. Applying pressure to the wound with some kind of cloth can slow the bleeding, but you need to go to your local Emergency room or dial 911 (or your local emergency number) as soon as possible. Do not delay. Note from the Author: This answer has been provided by a medical professional, but not a medical doctor. The advice or answer located above should NOT take the place of your primary care physician's medical advice. Furthermore, this answer has been provided in accordance with WikiAnswers and Answers.com disclaimers and policies. Do not reveal personal information within questions, as this is an anonymous service. In an emergency, hang up and dial 911 or your local emergency number. Contact your physician's exchange (usually provided through his/her office number) if you have questions or concerns after business hours. The author of this answer is not responsible for misguided or misinformed attempts to follow this advice. ALWAYS ask your doctor if you have questions or concerns about your or your child's health and do not use WikiAnswers as a substitute for proper medical advice and care provided by your personal physician.

Answer 3

The maximum amount of blood that a person can lose and still survive is 40 percent of their total blood volume. This is equivalent to about 2.24 liters in an adult.

Answer 4

There are verying opions on this one, but it's between 30%-40%. If you lose it ovver a long period, you can lose even more...

Answer 5

Yes a person can die from the lost of too much blood. Blood carries oxygen and nutrition to the cell of the body. blood carries waste to be disposed of from the body

Answer 6

Yes, you can die from losing blood. If the blood loss is significant, your organs may shut down.

Answer 7

Yes, people have died from losing too much blood.

Answer 8

4 or more pints