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I have small hiatal hernia and last week had severe bleeding 3 time in 20 min.colour was maroon like old blood.due for another endoscopy.is it seriou?

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Dr. Stephen Jarrard answered

Specializes in General Surgery

May not be...: But the scope will be able to tell more what is going on. Keep that appointment?!

Dr Fowler agreed

Answered 5/9/2014

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A member asked:

I have small hiatal hernia and last week had severe bleeding 3 time in 20 min.colour was maroon like old blood.due for another endoscopy.is it seriou?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Stephen Jarrard answered

Dr Fowler agreed

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