Bleeding may occur from any point in the gastrointestinal tract (GI) and is broadly divided into bleeding from:
Generally, it is more common from the upper GI tract. GI Bleeding may present in numerous ways including:
There are many causes for GI bleeding which include ulcers (peptic ulcer disease), inflammation and cancer. Medications such as NSAID painkillers can also cause inflammation and ulceration. Endoscopic investigations are used to investigate and treat bleeding. The main procedures are:
If you are worried about GI bleeding, you can book a consultation with Dr Goel to discuss investigation and treatment options best suited to you.