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If i have a vitamin b12 deficiency does it mean that i also have an iron deficiency? should i take iron supplements that come together with vitb group

Q: if i have a vitamin b12 deficiency does it mean that i also have an iron deficiency? should i take iron supplements that come together with vitb group

No : There is no link between vitamin b12 deficiency &amp; iron deficiency anemias. Only take iron therapy if proven iron deficient by laboratory testing.

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No : There is no link between vitamin b12 deficiency & iron deficiency anemias. Only take iron therapy if proven iron deficient by laboratory testing.

Answered 10/10/2017

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A member asked:

If i have a vitamin b12 deficiency does it mean that i also have an iron deficiency? should i take iron supplements that come together with vitb group

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Dr. Charles Zaroulis answered

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