Q: My grandmother was just diagnosed with pernicious anemia and has to get B12 shots. Is it strange for this to begin so late in life? A: Adequate levels of vitamin B12 are necessary to make red blood ...

Typical symptoms include extreme tiredness, lack of energy, muscle weakness, and even problems with memory. sebra/ Shutterstock While some B12 deficiencies are caused by diet, the most common reason ...

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A vitamin B12 deficiency can lead to nerve and brain damage and anemia. Early symptoms include weakness, constipation, and depression. It can result from dietary factors, medication use, and some ...

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