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Who is the most at risk for B12 deficiency?
Who is the most at risk for B12 deficiency?
Who is the most at risk for B12 deficiency?
Yes, vegetarians and vegans are at a risk of vitamin B12 deficiency. Additionally, it has been reported that 1.5 to 15% people globally have vitamin B12 deficiency.
Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
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Can you die from anemia from a B12 deficiency?
In very rare cases, pernicious anemia (caused due to vitamin B12 deficiency) can cause death if left untreated.
Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
Who is the most at risk for B12 deficiency?
Yes, vegetarians and vegans are at a risk of vitamin B12 deficiency. Additionally, it has been reported that 1.5 to 15% people globally have vitamin B12 deficiency.
Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
Is a vitamin B12 level of 388 pg/mL normal?
Yes, it is normal.
Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
Do you have a pernicious anemia recovery story?
Yes, pernicious anemia can caused due to vitamin B12 deficieny make one susceptible to stomach or intestinal cancer. However, one can overcome pernicious anemia by taking supplements and also knowing the cause of malabsorption.
Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
VITAMIN B12
Cyanocobalaomin, Methylocobalamin, Vit B12
- Reports: Same Day
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