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I'm interested to know what happens if there is lack of vitamin b12 in our body?

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See details: You will often develop an anemia and certain neurologic problems.

Answered 12/14/2013

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A member asked:

I'm interested to know what happens if there is lack of vitamin b12 in our body?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Ronald Krauser answered

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