Helicobacter Pylori as a Cause of Iron Deficiency Anemia

Saraswati Laksmi Dewi, I Made Suma Wirawan

Abstract: Male 63 years old came with hematemesis and melena. Hypochromic micrositic anemia present and need to blood transfusion therapy. On histopathologic examination of gaster biopsy, revealed H. pylori positive chronic gastritis. Treatment with triple drug as a eradication therapy improved the patient clinically.

Keywords: Helicobacter pylori, iron deficiency anemia, PPI

How to Cite?: Saraswati Laksmi Dewi, I Made Suma Wirawan, "Helicobacter Pylori as a Cause of Iron Deficiency Anemia", Volume 6 Issue 9, September 2017, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 315-318, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=ART20176580, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/ART20176580