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Digestive Health | Last Active: Aug 29, 2023 | Replies (27)
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Replies to "in reply to @t98 Thank you. Yes, I am anemic and recently had two iron infusions..."
With bleeding (anemia) and weight loss they usually want to check for stomach or colon cancer, so I think both the colonoscopy and endoscopy are indicated. Usually they recommend a colonoscopy anyway every 8 years or so even without any symptoms - but certainly if you have symptoms. Doing an endoscopy at the same time is a good idea because then you don't have separate preparation, and you don't have to worry about the test because you don't feel anything because you're sedated. (I've had some personal experience.) Considering you also have high LDH, since this was done twice, I think with your weight loss and anemia you should assume that it's correct and not a fluke, and look for cancer. It's better to discover these things earlier rather than later. Finding the cause will help you be stronger, so I suggest you don't wait too long.