What Are Bleeding Varices?
Treating the underlying cause of bleeding varices can help prevent their return. Earlier treatment of liver disease may prevent them from developing.
Certain medications, including the class of heart drugs called "beta-blockers," may reduce elevated portal pressure and lower the likelihood of bleeding. Long-acting nitroglycerines are also used for this purpose.
Also, talk with your doctor about possible procedures that can be done and that have an effect on bleeding.
Digestive Problems and Bleeding Varices
In this article
- Symptoms of Bleeding Varices
- Cause of Bleeding Varices
- Treatments for Bleeding Varices
- Can Bleeding Varices Be Prevented?
Can Bleeding Varices Be Prevented?
Treating the underlying cause of bleeding varices can help prevent their return. Earlier treatment of liver disease may prevent them from developing.
Certain medications, including the class of heart drugs called "beta-blockers," may reduce elevated portal pressure and lower the likelihood of bleeding. Long-acting nitroglycerines are also used for this purpose.
Also, talk with your doctor about possible procedures that can be done and that have an effect on bleeding.