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Gastrointestinal Bleeding (cont.)

Medical Author:
Michael W Stratemeier, MD
Coauthor:
Lisa Vignogna, MD
Medical Editor:
Scott H Plantz, MD, FAAEM
Medical Editor:
Francisco Talavera, PharmD, PhD
Medical Editor:
Ron Fuerst, MD

Prevention

You can prevent some causes of gastrointestinal bleeding.

  • Avoid foods and factors, such as alcohol and smoking, that increase gastric secretions.
  • Eat a high-fiber diet to increase the bulk of the stool, which helps prevent diverticulosis and hemorrhoids.
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