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What Causes Low Hemoglobin Levels While Having Esophageal Varices?
Sir, i have the disease of Esophageal varices. i did the banding treatment and now i am better than i was earlier. But from the moment when i was diagnosed (4 months ago) my hemoglobin level is between 6 to 7. I took iron supplements for 3 months, still the HB level is in the same position. Doctor refered to take Iron through IV. And i did the IV day before yesterday, but last midnight i went to the toilet after came out i drunk a cup of water, at that moment i had a tightness in my chest and a breathlessness. after a few minutes i slept. Now from today morning i am suffering from a body pain , like how we feel after a severe fever. Sir, is this a serious issue? what should i do now? please direct me sir, thank you.
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What Causes Low Hemoglobin Levels While Having Esophageal Varices?
Hello, It might be due to minor oozing at the varices. Consult a gastroenterologist and plan for an endoscopy and directed banding. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Shinas Hussain, General & Family Physician