Iron Deficiency Anemia and Its Connection to Internal Bleeding

Question

Severe iron deficiency anemia, with abnormal stool color, could it be related to internal bleeding?

Answer

Abnormal stool color may be related to upper gastrointestinal bleeding, consumption of black-colored foods, or pork blood, among other causes. It could also be due to bleeding from a gastric ulcer. It is recommended to undergo a stool test to determine the cause.