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Vitamin B12 deficiency: what are possible symptoms?

Many people suffer quite often from vitamin B12 deficiency, a symptom that is very difficult to diagnose.

This is because vitamin B12 deficiency manifests itself with a wide range of symptoms, from dizziness to obsessive-compulsive disorders, which can also be caused by another problem or deficiency. Vitamin B12 deficiency can be caused for these reasons: 1. A non-consumption of foods rich in this vitamin, as is the case of vegetarians and vegans 2. The fact that the body can not absorb it effectively. In any case, regular monitoring of vitamin B12 levels is recommended. (especially in cases of alcoholism, gastric or intestinal disorders, aging or genetic diseases)

What are the possible symptoms of vitamin B12 deficiency to pay attention to? Browse the gallery to discover them.

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Vitamin B12 deficiency: what are possible symptoms?
Many people suffer quite often from vitamin B12 deficiency, a symptom that is very difficult to diagnose. This is because vitamin B12 deficiency manifests itself with a wide range of symptoms, from dizziness to obsessive-compulsive disorders, which can also be caused by another problem or deficiency.
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Cause
Vitamin B12 deficiency can be caused for these reasons: non-consumption of foods rich in this vitamin, as is the case with vegetarians and vegans; the fact that the body cannot absorb it effectively. In any case, regular monitoring of vitamin B12 levels is recommended (especially in cases of alcoholism, gastric or intestinal disorders, aging or genetic diseases).
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Dizziness
If you frequently lose your balance and feel dizzy too often, you should consult a doctor. Dizziness is typical symptoms of low blood pressure, which is a common side effect of vitamin B12 deficiency.
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Deterioration of vision
Beware if your vision is blurred or doubled, it could be the result of a vitamin B12 deficiency. Vitamin B12 is essential for proper nerve function. Its deficiency can damage the optic nerve, the nerve that carries information and signals from the eye to the brain.
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Memory loss
Beware of possible worsening of memory. A lack of vitamin B12 can result in a milder type of dementia reminiscent of early-stage Alzheimer's disease.
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Depression
Although it is not clear exactly how vitamin B12 affects such a complex disease as depression, some studies have shown that patients with depression have reduced levels of vitamin B12. For this reason, therapists usually prescribe 1 mg of vitamin B12 for depressed people.
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Diarrhoea and bloating
Due to insufficient absorption of B12, the cells of the digestive tract do not receive a sufficient amount of oxygen. This leads to digestive problems such as gas, constipation, diarrhea, loss of appetite and weight loss.
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Muscle weakness
Muscle weakness is an obvious symptom of vitamin B12 deficiency because muscles do not receive enough oxygen (lack of red blood cells) and cannot perform daily activities.
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How to find out the possible deficiency of vitamin B12?
To find out if there is a vitamin B12 deficiency, it is necessary to undergo blood tests and rely on the advice of a doctor.
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