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Can you die from anemia from a B12 deficiency?
Can you die from anemia from a B12 deficiency?
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
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Are vitamin B12 injections necessary?
Yes, they are nesscary for people whose values are less than 200 pg/ml.Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
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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 09 Dec 2024
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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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Is a vitamin B12 level of 388 pg/mL normal?
Yes, it is normal.Last updated on 09 Dec 2024
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VITAMIN B12
Cyanocobalaomin, Methylocobalamin, Vit B12
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