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A 19-year-old female asked:

2 years ago, i was told my b12 deficiency could lead to pernicious anemia. i stopped the b12 pills, my symptoms match, can i have this? b12 now fine.

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Dr. Ed Kaplananswered

Hematology and Oncology 41 years experience

Huh?: Pernicious anemia is B12 deficiency because of lack of absorption so you need B12 given as a shot. That should take care of any symptoms.

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