Know More About Vitamin B12 Deficiency


 Know More About B12 Deficiency



About Anemia or nervous system injury from lower than normal amounts of vitamin B12. 

       ·        Also called as Cobalamin Deficiency
·     Treatable by a medical professional
·         Requires a medical diagnosis
·         Lab tests or imaging always required

Vitamin B12 deficiency may lead to a reduction in healthy red blood cells (anemia). 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.

Treatment includes dietary changes, B12 shots or supplements.

 Symptoms:

       ·         fatigue
·         breathlessness
·         memory trouble
·         anemia
·         pallor
·         reduced sensation of touch
·         shortness of breath or tingling feet

Vitamin B12 rich Foods:

              ·         fish
              ·         meat
              ·         poultry
              ·         eggs
              ·         milk and milk products


Medications:
Vitamin helps promote normal body function, growth and development.


Self-Care:
Diet advice provided by a nutrition expert to prevent or treat disease.

Specialists:
Primary Care Provider (PCP)Prevents, diagnoses and treats diseases.

Geriatrician: Focuses on the health care of elderly people.

Nutritionist: Specializes in food and diet.     



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