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When should you go to ER for gastrointestinal bleeding?

I am a 28 year old male. I want to know when should you go to ER for gastrointestinal bleed?

2 Answers

Gastrointestinal bleeding is a medical emergency. You should go to ER immediately. Thank you.
You should see your primary care provider rather than going to the ER, when you detect blood in your stools. It may represent an underlying condition that must be treated.