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Vitamin B12 Deficiency
Dr. Shubham JaiswalGeneral Physician • 6 Years Exp.MBBS Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery
Vitamin b12 deficiency may lead to a reduction in healthy red blood cells (anaemia). The nervous system may also be affected. Diet or certain medical conditions may be the cause.
Symptoms are rare but can include fatigue, breathlessness, numbness, poor balance and memory trouble.
Symptoms:
fatigue, breathlessness, numbness, poor balance and memory trouble.
Can have no symptoms, but people may experience:
- Whole body: anaemia, fatigue, or poor balance
- Gastrointestinal: indigestion or passing excessive amounts of gas muscular: abnormality walking or lack of coordination
- Sensory: pins and needles or reduced sensation of touch
- Also common: glossitis, memory loss, mouth ulcer, pallor, or tingling feet.