Common symptoms of a vitamin B12 deficiency include: Tiredness Lethargy Feeling faint Breathlessness Less common symptoms include: Headaches Heart palpitations Altered taste Loss of appetite Ringing in the ears (tinnitus) Looking pale Sore mouth and tongue If it is left untreated you can end up with longer term problems including: Psychological problems such as depression, confusion, memory problems Nerve problems such as numbness, pins and needles, vision changes and unsteadiness A blood test can indicate if you have a B12 deficiency
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Reviewed by Esther A Torres MD, AGAF Professor of medicine, University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine, San Juan Esther A Torres MD, AGAF Professor of medicine, University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine, San Juan
Iron : Iron deficiency, also known as anemia, is a result of blood loss from swelling and ulceration of the intestines
My gastroenterologist and I keep a close eye on my levels now, too, to prevent any future issues
Diarrhea and headache