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Why is vitamin B12 deficiency anemia called pernicious anemia?
Why is vitamin B12 deficiency anemia called pernicious anemia?
Why is vitamin B12 deficiency anemia called pernicious anemia?
Vitamin B12 deficiency is called pernicious anemia because there is a decrease in red blood cells that occurs when the intestines cannot properly absorb vitamin B12.
Last updated on 31 May 2023
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Why is vitamin B12 deficiency anemia called pernicious anemia?
Vitamin B12 deficiency is called pernicious anemia because there is a decrease in red blood cells that occurs when the intestines cannot properly absorb vitamin B12.
Last updated on 31 May 2023
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 31 May 2023
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.
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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.
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Is a 226 PG/ML level for vitamin B12 normal for an adult?
Yes, it is normal.
Last updated on 31 May 2023
VITAMIN B12
Cyanocobalaomin, Methylocobalamin, Vit B12
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