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The Top 10 Symptoms of Lower Gastrointestinal Bleeding (LGIB) and How to Recognize Them

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10. Shortness of Breath: The Unexpected Link

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Shortness of Breath The Unexpected Link
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Breathlessness might seem unrelated to the GI tract. But it could be a secondary symptom of LGIB.

Blood carries oxygen. Reduced blood volume due to LGIB can lead to less oxygen reaching the lungs.

It’s not about getting winded after exercise. It’s about feeling breathless even during minor activities or at rest.

Conditions like colorectal cancer can cause LGIB. The resultant blood loss might then manifest as shortness of breath. (10)

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