Apr 23, 2024, 06:59 PM IST
B12 deficiency can cause fatigue, impair red blood cell production, and lead to megaloblastic anemia, resulting in abnormal, immature red blood cells and impaired DNA synthesis.
B12 deficiency anemia causes skin prickling and jaundice due to lack of mature red blood cells, causing yellowish skin and eyes due to high bilirubin levels.
Migraine headaches are common due to B12 deficiency, with high B12 levels reducing migraine risk. Research explores B12 treatment for migraine headache symptoms.
B12 deficiency increases depression risk due to elevated homocysteine levels, oxidative stress, DNA damage, and cell death, potentially leading to psychosis and mood disorders.
B12 deficiency can cause gastrointestinal symptoms such as diarrhea, nausea, constipation, bloating, gas, and other issues, affecting both adults and children.
Deficiency in B12 can cause foggy-headedness, difficulty concentrating, and task completion due to its negative impact on the central nervous system.
Glossitis, a painful, inflamed tongue, can be caused by B12 deficiency and can be accompanied by stomatitis, a sore-like mouth inflammation, and may indicate early B12 deficiency.
B12 deficiency can lead to muscle cramps and weakness due to its negative impact on motor and sensory nerve function.
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