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Can the brain atrophy caused by b-12 deficiency be reversed?

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Dr. Emily Lu answered

Sometimes: When B12 deficiency is treated with B12 (also known as cobalamin), all hematologic symptoms (i.e. Anemia) should reverse and neurological symptoms usually start improving after 3 months with maximal improvement at 6-12 months. For unknown reasons though, sometimes the neurological symptoms persist and even progress even after cobalamin treatment.

Answered 10/4/2016

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Dr. Soren Singel answered

Specializes in Neurosurgery

Not likely: Atrophy is structural change, brain repair is dependent on the age of the individual.

Answered 9/9/2013

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