A pediatric patient is diagnosed with anemia He presents with esophagitis and GI ulcers What is the likely cause of this type of anemia?

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The combination of esophagitis and GI ulcers suggests an underlying infection with H.pylori, which can cause anemia by affecting the absorption of iron and other necessary nutrients. Iron depletion (A) can cause anemia, but it typically does not cause esophagitis and GI ulcers. Underdeveloped WBC (B) and decreased intake of micronutrients and protein (C) are not likely causes of this type of anemia. The presence of GI ulcers and esophagitis suggest that H.pylori may be the cause of the anemia. H.pylori infection can lead to chronic bleeding in the GI tract, resulting in iron deficiency anemia.

A Pediatric Patient Is Diagnosed with Anemia He Presents with Esophagitis