[] []male presented with []. Denies hematemesis, hematochezia, or melena. Acute blood loss anemia - probable iron deficiency anemia. Differential diagnosis includes gastric ulcer, gastritis, esophagitis,[] and less likely colon cancer. Risks/benefits of EGD discussed with patient[] including bleeding, infection, perforation, and death. Patient agreeable to proceed with upper endoscopy. Ordered iron studies. Transfuse to hemoglobin of 8.
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[] []male presented with []. Denies hematemesis, hematochezia, or melena. Acute blood loss anemia - probable iron deficiency anemia. Differential diagnosis includes gastric ulcer, gastritis, esophagitis,[] and less likely colon cancer. Risks/benefits of EGD discussed with patient[] including bleeding, infection, perforation, and death. Patient agreeable to proceed with upper endoscopy. Ordered iron studies. Transfuse to hemoglobin of 8.
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