Gastrointestinal bleeding is a condition that occurs when one or more blood vessels in the digestive tract become injured and result in bleeding.
The internist is the specialist in comprehensive care, focused on diseases that affect internal organs and systems. It is advisable to see an internist when persistent symptoms occur, such as unexplained fatigue, chronic pain, changes in organ function, or the need to manage multiple health conditions. Additionally, it is advisable to consult an internist for routine checkups, preventive evaluations, and guidance on chronic disease management.
A gastroenterologist is a doctor who specializes in diseases of the digestive system, including the esophagus, stomach, intestines, colon and rectum, pancreas, gallbladder, bile ducts, and liver. It is responsible for diagnosing and treating conditions such as gastroesophageal reflux, ulcers, inflammatory bowel diseases, irritable bowel syndrome, hepatitis, pancreatitis and liver diseases. It is advisable to see a gastroenterologist if persistent symptoms such as abdominal pain, difficulty swallowing, heartburn, diarrhea, constipation, jaundice or digestive bleeding occur.
Remember that for the proper selection of health professional that treats gastrointestinal bleeding you must consider the nature, severity and symptoms you are presenting.