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Loss of blood from stomac
My mother who was chronically anemic was diagnosed to have gastric antral vascular ectasia 3 yrs back..to prevent biood loss from stomach she was advised to do argon photocoagulation ,,,3 sessions were done but there was no change ...so we were told about hormonal or thalidomide therapy ...but because of the possible side efffects we havent started it...now she needs blood transfusion every month...kindly suggest some treatment for her ...is it possible to do laser treatment ...does it have any side effects...pls give your valuable suggestion..thanks in advance
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Dr. Navya G
General Physician
12 yrs exp
Bangalore
Hi there.. I understand your concern..
Gastric antral vascular ectasia (GAVE) is a relatively rare cause of gastrointestinal bleeding.. cause of it remains uncertain.. treatment includes medications such as beta blockers, corticosteroids, progesterone and estrogen, octreotide, tranexamic acid, thalidomide, and cyproheptadine..endoscopic treatment options such as band ligation, mucosal resection, and cryotherapy are available.. laser therapy is there.. but argon photo coagulation is newer and better one.. if it is also not working then laproscopic antrectomy is last resort.. please consult nearby gastroenterologist soon..
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