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Is Endoscopy Advised While Having Low Hgb Levels?
Question: I have recurrent iron anemia deficiency. I have had two coloniscopy/ endoscopy to check for internal bleeding. Nothing was found. I have responded to blood transfusions, iron infusions and iron supplements.
My Hgb is low again. Is there a need for yet another scoping? Fecal occult test, at home was negative. I believe I need to simply start taking iron supplements again. I am weak, dizzy and have absolutely no energy.
My Hgb is low again. Is there a need for yet another scoping? Fecal occult test, at home was negative. I believe I need to simply start taking iron supplements again. I am weak, dizzy and have absolutely no energy.
Brief Answer:
No need
Detailed Answer:
Hi and welcome.
if you ask me there is no need for repeated endoscopy especially if there is no blood in stool and no weight loss. This may be anemia caused by B12 or iron deficiency so you should try with these supplements. Wish you good health. Regards
No need
Detailed Answer:
Hi and welcome.
if you ask me there is no need for repeated endoscopy especially if there is no blood in stool and no weight loss. This may be anemia caused by B12 or iron deficiency so you should try with these supplements. Wish you good health. Regards
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Dr. Veerisetty Shyamkumar
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