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Vitamin B12 Deficiency Symptoms
Some of the most common symptoms of Vitamin B12 deficiency include anemia, chronic fatigue, cardiovascular problems, depression, shortness of breath, difficulty walking, memory loss/dementia, mood swings and constipation Severe anemia can cause rapid heart rate, enlarged spleen or liver. People who suffer from pernicious anemia (due to lack of intrinsic factor) are more likely to develop stomach and other gastrointestinal cancers. Advanced vitamin B12 deficiency may lead to delirium, paranoia, and impaired mental function, including dementia. |
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