Vitamin B12 Deficiency
Insufficient vitamin B12 can cause anemia and neurological symptoms including numbness, tingling, balance problems, and memory issues.
Also known as: cobalamin deficiency, pernicious anemia.
Category: Hematologic
Drugs labeled for Vitamin B12 Deficiency
13 medication ingredients list an association with vitamin b12 deficiency in current FDA labeling.
Symptoms associated with Vitamin B12 Deficiency
The following symptoms have been associated with Vitamin B12 Deficiency in medical literature. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms.
Balance Problems
Difficulty with balance or coordination, which can be related to inner ear, neurological, or musculoskeletal c...
Depression
Frequently experiencing feelings of being down, miserable, and/or hopeless; struggling to recover from these m...
Fatigue
A subjective feeling of tiredness characterized by a lack of energy and motivation....
Hypoesthesia
Decreased ability to perceive touch....
Inflamed Tongue
Inflammation of the tongue causing swelling, redness, and pain, which can be related to nutritional deficienci...
Memory impairment
An impairment of memory as manifested by a reduced ability to remember things such as dates and names, and inc...
Pale Skin
Unusually light or pale skin that can be a sign of anemia, reduced blood flow, or low blood pressure....
Paresthesia
Abnormal sensations such as tingling, pricking, or numbness of the skin with no apparent physical cause....
Tests used to investigate Vitamin B12 Deficiency
Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating Vitamin B12 Deficiency. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Folate
Measures folate levels to help evaluate anemia and pregnancy health....
Folic Acid Lab Test - B12 Deficiency Test
This test is used to measure vitamin B12 & folic acid levels. Vitamin B12 & Folic Acid (Folate) both play key ...
Homocysteine Levels Test
The homocysteine blood test is used to help determine heart disease, heart attack or stroke risks. If also can...
Vitamin & Nutritional Testing
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Vitamin B12
Detects B12 deficiency which can cause anemia and neurological symptoms....
Vitamin B12 Deficiency Test
This blood test is used to evaluate Vitamin B12 levels and can determine if there is a vitamin B12 deficiency....
Vitamin Level Testing
The Comprehensive Vitamin Panel includes testing for 13 vitamins & is used to detect deficiencies across the v...
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vitamin B12 Deficiency?
Vitamin B12 Deficiency is a health condition described in medical literature. Insufficient vitamin B12 can cause anemia and neurological symptoms including numbness, tingling, balance problems, and memory issues.
What are the symptoms of Vitamin B12 Deficiency?
Vitamin B12 Deficiency is associated with 8 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Balance Problems, Depression, Fatigue, Hypoesthesia, Inflamed Tongue, Memory impairment. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.
How is Vitamin B12 Deficiency diagnosed or investigated?
A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with Vitamin B12 Deficiency include CBC with Differential, Folate, Folic Acid Lab Test - B12 Deficiency Test, Homocysteine Levels Test, Vitamin & Nutritional Testing. This information is educational, not a diagnosis.
Is SymptomDatabase.com diagnosing me?
No. SymptomDatabase.com does not provide diagnosis. If you are concerned you may have Vitamin B12 Deficiency, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.