Pernicious Anemia (B12 deficiency)
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Cause
Lack of intrinsic factor (autoimmune destruction of gastric mucosa or surgery)
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Symptoms
Glossitis (red, smooth tongue)
neuropathies (numbness, tingling, gait issues, memory problems)
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Diagnosis
Macrocytic
normochromic anemia
low serum B12
antibodies to intrinsic factor
gastric biopsy.
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Treatment
B12 supplementation.
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