Dr. Rishi Chadha, MD is a board‑certified gastroenterologist who specializes in preventive gastroenterology, colorectal cancer screening, and minimally invasive endoscopic procedures. He completed his fellowship at Sunrise Health GME in Las Vegas and previously trained in internal medicine at St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Connecticut.
Acute anemia due to blood loss happens when you lose a significant volume of blood over a short time, leading to a rapid drop in red blood cells and reduced oxygen delivery throughout your body. This condition is coded as D62 in ICD-10. Prompt evaluation and treatment are vital to prevent complications and speed up recovery.
He reviews your symptoms (dizziness, weakness), past GI issues, use of NSAIDs or blood thinners, and examines for signs of active bleeding or pallor.
He orders a Complete Blood Count (CBC) to check hemoglobin and hematocrit, a reticulocyte count to assess marrow response, and iron studies (ferritin, TIBC).
When endoscopy and imaging are inconclusive, interventional angiography can both diagnose and embolize bleeding vessels, stopping blood loss in real time.
Dr. Rishi Chadha, MD is a board‑certified gastroenterologist who specializes in preventive gastroenterology, colorectal cancer screening, and minimally invasive endoscopic procedures. He completed his fellowship at Sunrise Health GME in Las Vegas and previously trained in internal medicine at St. Vincent’s Medical Center in Connecticut.
Bleeding from the stomach or intestines (ulcers, NSAIDs), trauma or major surgery, childbirth complications, or heavy nosebleeds.
Symptoms usually appear within hours to a few days after significant blood loss.
Blood tests like a complete blood count (CBC), iron studies, reticulocyte count, and imaging or endoscopy if internal bleeding is suspected.
Only if your hemoglobin is too low to carry enough oxygen safely; your doctor will decide based on your levels and symptoms.
Dietary changes help, but many patients also need oral or IV iron supplements and sometimes a transfusion.
Most patients notice improvement within a few days to a couple of weeks with proper treatment.
Yes. Endoscopies and imaging studies have a low risk of complications and are routinely performed outpatient.
Most health plans cover diagnostic tests and treatments for anemia, including iron therapy and procedures.
Manage ulcers, avoid or monitor NSAID use, control any bleeding disorders, and maintain regular check-ups.
If you experience severe dizziness, chest pain, syncope, or heavy bleeding, seek emergency care immediately.
