Question 1

why would i have a colonoscopy when anemic?

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Colon cancer: One of the most common causes of anemia in adults is colon cancer.  In this type of cancer, one can slowly bleed over many months slowly making him/her more anemic.  If a small cancerous polyp is found early, it can be removed and the cancer treated before it spreads.  That is why a colonoscopy is recommended in unexplained cases of anemia.

Question 2

what would cause mild anemia in 46 yr old female normal colonoscopy 1 1/2 yrs ago?

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Heavy periods: Heavy irregular periods are the primary cause of anemia in young girls.

Question 3

i am anemic and recently had a colonoscopy. they were unable to complete the procedure because they said my bowels were twisted. what does that mean?

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Ask the doctor: The doctor who performed the colonoscopy would be in the best position to explain that. Some people have longer than usual colon that a may fold in an uncommon fashion. It may not be abnormal. You could get the colon examination as a contrast enema.

Question 4

what can i do if my doctor wants me to have a colonoscopy because of my anemia?

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If other causes : Of anemia can not be found-go for it.

Question 5

i am  postmenopausal 6ys. endoscope 6ys ago, third colonoscopy 3ys ago and they have all been without polyps. hemoglobin has been between  low 12's and the high 12's. today's results showed me mildly anemic at 11.3. how concerning?

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Need to examine: There are many reasons for your hemoglobin to drop, like malabsortption, hemorrhoids, bone marrow malfunction, excessive red destruction etc. It is not feasible to provide a meaningful opinion without additional history, physical examination and may be some tests. It would be prudent to see your doctor. 
Wish you good health!

Question 6

hi im anemic and my doctor want me to do iron infusion and colonoscopy  , why?

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Need more info: I suspect that your doctor has found that you have iron deficiency anemia. This is a very straightforward diagnosis to make. The colonoscopy is helpful to make sure that you are not losing it in the bowel. If oral iron is not helping then you might need IV iron to rapidly make up for what you can't get from pills.

Question 7

i am a 34-yr-old female diagnosed with iron deficiency anemia two years ago. gi has not recommended colonoscopy. should i be concerned?

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No: most females of child bearing age who are iron deficiency can attribute it to their menses. if you are not having GI symptoms or black or bloody stools, I would see that as appropriate.

Question 8

how accurate are occult blood stool ia tests? i had 7 done, all negative, have anemia, i know its from food, not bleeding, doc still wants colonoscopy

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Investigate iron def: If an adult has anemia DUE TO IRON DEFICIENCY, the cause is almost always blood loss.  In men and non-menstruating women, the blood loss is almost always from the gastrointestinal tract.  If iron deficiency (not just anemia) has been well proven, and the patient does not menstruate, endoscopy is warranted no matter what the occult blood stool test shows.

Question 9

had anemia all my life. hemoglobin averages 11.5. recent = 10.8, hematocrit 34.8, mch 30.3, mchc 31. iron is good. recent colonoscopy = okay. new gastro doc very concerned. (all other labs excellent) should i be concerned? primary not concerned. ??

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: Your MCHC is low. If your iron binding capacity (IBC) is high it could indicate some problem absorbing iron through the years even if the serum iron is barely within normal range. Another cause of mild anemia is chronic inflammation. Do you have any disorders which fit into that category? You don't mention your MCV but if it's not elevated, vit B12 deficiency isn't your problem. ?See hematologist

Question 10

my mom has iron deficiency anemia. what can be done to raise her hemoglobin? she had an endoscopy and colonoscopy. they came back fine.

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More: I tend to check ct scan and capsule endoscopy to rule out any problem with the small intestine. Also you should check the upper endoscopy to make sure it  did not show celiac disease. Some blood work is needed for the same reason as well. She should be on oral iron which will gradually raise hemoglobin. If not responding, she can be considered for intravenous iron. Yet, find the cause of it.

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What would cause mild anemia in 46 yr old female normal colonoscopy 1 1/2 yrs ago?

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I am anemic and recently had a colonoscopy. they were unable to complete the procedure because they said my bowels were twisted. what does that mean?

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What can i do if my doctor wants me to have a colonoscopy because of my anemia?

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I am postmenopausal 6ys. endoscope 6ys ago, third colonoscopy 3ys ago and they have all been without polyps. hemoglobin has been between low 12's and the high 12's. today's results showed me mildly anemic at 11.3. how concerning?

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Hi im anemic and my doctor want me to do iron infusion and colonoscopy , why?

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I am a 34-yr-old female diagnosed with iron deficiency anemia two years ago. gi has not recommended colonoscopy. should i be concerned?

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How accurate are occult blood stool ia tests? i had 7 done, all negative, have anemia, i know its from food, not bleeding, doc still wants colonoscopy

A member asked:

Had anemia all my life. hemoglobin averages 11.5. recent = 10.8, hematocrit 34.8, mch 30.3, mchc 31. iron is good. recent colonoscopy = okay. new gastro doc very concerned. (all other labs excellent) should i be concerned? primary not concerned. ??

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My mom has iron deficiency anemia. what can be done to raise her hemoglobin? she had an endoscopy and colonoscopy. they came back fine.

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