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1. A 55-year-old male presented with hematemesis and hematochezia for 2 days. His medical history included hypertension, chronic alcohol use, and weight loss. 2. On examination, he was pale with distended abdomen and signs of chronic liver disease. Laboratory tests and upper endoscopy were ordered. 3. Upper endoscopy revealed esophageal varices, likely caused by chronic liver disease from alcohol use. Treatment included band ligation of the varices to stop bleeding.

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Monique Borres

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