#vitamin b12 deficiency anemia

[timesofpharma]

Pernicious anemia

Pernicious anemia: Pathophysiology of pernicious anemia and it’s treatment. Meaning of Pernicious is very dangerous or harmful. The pernicious anemia also known as Addison’s anaemia occurs because of deficiency of hemoglobin in the red blood cells. Deficiency of hemoglobin is caused by deficiency of Vitamin B12. Vitamin B12 is responsible for formation of cell walls and protein synthesis.…

[spartanmemesmedical]

What Happens if Your B12 Deficiency Is Left Untreated?

What Happens if Your B12 Deficiency Is Left Untreated?

Introduction: Vitamin B12, an essential nutrient for nerve function, red blood cell production, and DNA synthesis, plays a critical role in maintaining overall health. However, when B12 deficiency goes untreated, it can lead to a range of health issues, from minor discomforts to severe complications. In this blog, we’ll explore the potential consequences of ignoring B12 deficiency and why timely…

[sourcherryandsprinkles]

Kinktober day 1 | Xavier Thorpe x Vampire!Reader

Kinktober day 1: blood kink

Word count: 0.7k

Warnings: 18+, p+v, blood sucking,

my taglists are here + you can send requests here at any time

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The first time your eyes fell on him across the quad, you wanted him to be your dinner. He stood with his back to you, engrossed in painting a raven on the wall. Each stroke of his brush was smooth and supple, and though his artistry mesmerized you, you couldn't help but imagine how delectable and sweet he must be — his blood, that is.

A soft breeze swept through, filling your sharp senses with his scent and making you want him more.  

You didn't take much time luring him into your bed. One single glance into each other's eyes, and the dominos cascaded in a line.

Xavier groaned as your fangs pierced into his neck, his face scrunching in momentary displeasure from the intense pain. His hands clutched your school skirt with a vice-like grip, eagerly waiting for the pain to subside and transform into pleasure. 

You kept one hand bracing the side of his neck you weren’t drinking from, keeping him in place on your bed as you lapped at his neck, savoring every crimson drop as it graced your tongue. He tasted just as divine as you had imagined: sweet and addicting.

Feeding on students was strictly forbidden at Nevermore Academy, forcing Xavier to conceal the telltale marks of your fangs outside his bedroom. Fortunately, the school uniform's high collars concealed most of the evidence.

A moan caught in Xavier’s throat and his hand released your skirt, finding purchase of the curve of your ass as he started to feel the pleasure from the bite. Endorphins filled his whole body and went straight to his dick, quickly stiffening in his pants. 

He pulled you closer until your chest was flush against his, making you feel it.

You pulled back from his neck with quizzical eyebrows. ‘’Does this turn you on?’’ you asked, looking down at him with your mouth dripping blood from the corners. 

You knew it was possible, but you had never bit someone who got hard from your bite.

Xavier brought a finger to your mouth, catching the red liquid and holding it before your lips, waiting for your tongue to suck it clean. You hummed around his finger, a sound that only intensified his desire. ‘’You have no idea,’’ he confessed, his hips rising eagerly.

You popped his — clean — finger out of your mouth, your eyes a deep red, and met Xavier’s movement, eliciting a soft moan from him. 

Although you were cautious to not draw more blood than necessary, Xavier had taken a habit of taking B12 vitamins so his body wouldn’t go into deficiency anemia from your blood-taking habits. You never had a ‘feeding partner’ before, you didn’t want to unintentionally hurt Xavier. 

What you didn’t see coming was Xavier becoming addicted to you feeding on him. 

You thought he was just being caring and making sure you were well-fed. However, it soon became evident that he yearned for your fangs with a growing hunger, especially during sex. It was a magical trick to make him cum fast. He would moan so loud when your fangs sank into his neck. 

You kissed and nibbled along the side of his neck. ‘’Is this what you want?’’ you asked, slowly bouncing on Xavier’s lap, your whole body pressed to his. ‘’You want my bite?’’ 

At your words, you felt his cock twitch inside you.  

He nodded, silently pleaded, then tilted his head to the side in offering. 

You teased further, your tongue caressing over a bite mark. ‘’You want my fangs to sink into your soft skin and suck your blood until you cum inside me?’’ 

Xavier whined, consumed by need and desperation. ‘’Y-yes. I need it. Please.’’ 

A smirk drew on your lips, then snapped your fangs out and dug into his skin, giving him what he wanted.

His hips stuttered and bucked into your core when the initial pain hit him. ‘’Aah.’’ 

You gasped against his skin, blood spilling and dripping from his neck and down your chests. No matter how many times you had done it, blood-drinking was always messy. You dipped your head down to lick the trail of blood, salvaging the mess you had made while moving your hips, and Xavier threw his head back, exposing the fresh bite. 

He was so beautiful.

You attached your mouth back to his neck and Xavier cried out in pleasure as your fangs entered his neck. One of his hands went to your hair, as if he was afraid you would stop, and the other had an iron grip on your asscheek, his stress bitten nails digging into your permanently cold skin. 

His body was on fire, bucking his hips messily and urgently as he was getting closer and closer to his climax. ‘’I’m gonna cum, I’m gonna—’’ Xavier cut himself off with a loud moan, his release washing over him in waves of ecstasy as he released ropes of cum deep inside you.

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[chiesdecayiing]

 ✚𓈒  ana guide  ⧽

　౨ৎ  note ;　Block me instead of reporting me please, these are based off of my own experiences! ~

 ✿ ⠀Chapter 1 ; Symptoms

Osteopenia (Thinning of the bones): Poor nutrition, excessive exercise, and/or purging (such as by vomiting or laxative abuse) can cause an unhealthy, low body weight When this happens, less weight bears on your bones. This can lead to bone loss and potential loss of muscle that supports and strengthens your bones. So… How do you deal with it? Vitamin and mineral supplements: You might need over-the-counter or prescription calcium or vitamin D supplements. try doing weight-bearing and resistance exercises 3 or 4 days a week. Weight-bearing exercises focus on carrying the weight of your body against gravity. Walking is a great weight-bearing activity, as are running, dancing, aerobics, hiking and tennis, but remember don’t over do it, you can’t be skinny when you’re dead.

Anemia and muscle wasting and weakness: Reduced blood flow: Anemia can limit the delivery of nutrients to muscles and joints, increasing stiffness. Increased lactic acid: Muscles deprived of oxygen produce more lactic acid, leading to cramps. Weakened muscles: Over time, anemia can weaken muscles. This makes them more susceptible to pain and injury. What to do against it? eat iron-rich foods, including lean red meats, fish and poultry, legumes (e.g. lentils and beans), fortified cereals and dark green leafy vegetables; eat foods rich in vitamin C (such as fruits and vegetables) which help the body absorb iron, don’t forget to do sport, and eat when you’re hungry.

Brittle hair and nails: Biotin, also known as vitamin B7, helps the body convert food into energy. A deficiency in biotin is somewhat rare, but when it occurs, brittle, thinning, or splitting hair and nails are some of the most noticeable symptoms. So here’s what to do against it! Eat a diet rich in nutrients such as vitamins A and C, zinc, and biotin. Stay hydrated; water can help strengthen your hair and keep it from drying out. Keep your nails short to minimize nail surface area, where water and chemicals can be absorbed. Use a fine emery board to file your nails. Don't pick or bite your nails or cuticles. Buff your nails in the same direction as the nail grows. Consider applying a nail hardener to help strengthen nails. Switch to a shampoo and conditioner designed for damage control. Don't skip conditioner. Choose hair styling products made with hydrating ingredients.

Dry and yellowish skin: Carotenemia may be related to restricted dietary habits, hyperlipidemia, or a deficiency in the conversion of carotene into vitamin A by the liver. So here’s what helps! Moisturize. Apply moisturizer several times a day, especially when your skin feels dry and after handwashing or bathing, while your skin is still moist. Vitamin C, D, E and anti-inflammatory! vitamin B12 deficiency can cause yellowish skin so make sure to include it in your diet.

Lanugo (Growth of fine hair all over the body): with anorexia often lack important nutrients that help keep the body insulated and warm, so as a response lanugo develops to act as a protective layer. Here’s what you can eat to get your nutrients! Green, leafy vegetables, Orange and red produce, Nuts and seeds, beans, Whole grains, Egg yolks.

Low blood pressure: Low blood pressure occurs when blood pressure is much lower than normal. This means the heart, brain, and other parts of the body may not get enough blood. Normal blood pressure is mostly between 90/60 mmHg and 120/80 mmHg.

Here are the risks of an eating disorder.

Organ failure , Brain damage , Hair loss , severe constipation , slowed breathing and pulse

 ✿ ⠀Chapter 2 soon (^_^)

[crosstheveil]

Health: Misconceptions with Anemia and "Iron Deficiency"

Iron Absorption & Utilization

Simply taking iron supplements often doesn't cure anemia.

Proper absorption and utilization of iron involve many processes.

1/3 of the population has trouble absorbing and utilizing iron; it's considered the most common nutritional disorder in the world.

Anemia is usually about iron dysregulation, not deficiency.

Iron supplements or injections tend to circulate excessively, potentially causing toxicity.

Iron overload strains the iron recycling system and the liver.

Liver plays a key role in regulating iron uptake.

Iron doesn't regulate itself; it's copper-dependent.

Copper is essential for ceruloplasmin, a protein that mobilizes iron from tissues into the blood. Without copper, iron accumulates in tissue leading to inflammation and tissue damage which can develop into others issues like heart or liver disease and diabetes with increased risk of infection and cancer.

Retinol (Vitamin A) enhances iron absorption and influences genes regulating iron metabolism.

Iron Testing

CBC can detect anemia but it can't necessarily tell you the cause.

Serum ferritin doesn't give a true measure of iron stores.

Approximately 70% of iron is found in hemoglobin, around 20-25% is stored as ferritin and hemosiderin in tissues, about 5% is in myoglobin and enzymes, and roughly 0.1% as serum iron.

For accurate assessment, consider all containers of iron including hemoglobin, serum iron, and ferritin, as well as non-iron markers such as zinc, copper, and vitamins A & D.

The only direct way to measure iron stores is to keep removing blood until anemia sets in, then account for the iron deficit and dietary iron consumed during this time.

Sources (meat, liver, and seafood)

Copper: liver, nuts, molasses, oats, bee pollen, shellfish, pumpkin seeds, dark chocolate, acerola cherry powder, shilajit.

Retinol (Vitamin A): liver, other organ meats, egg yolk, seafood, fish liver oils, dairy products.

Other Insights

Phytates in plants can hinder non-heme iron absorption but vitamin C helps to counteract these inhibitory effects.

Over-supplementing with zinc can cause copper deficiency since copper and zinc need to be in balance.

There are many causes of anemia beyond "iron deficiency", such as vitamin B12 deficiency.

The Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine was awarded in 1934 to George Whipple, George Minot, and William Murphy for their discoveries related to liver therapy in cases of anemia.

Other studies have supported incorporating beef liver (which contains copper, iron, zinc, vitamin A and D) into the diet.

The key is to have food that isn't concentrated on a certain vitamin or mineral but provides a mixture of what we need in a way that our body can properly absorb without inhibiting effects.

Men are naturally higher in iron than women and women are naturally higher in copper than men (estrogen levels contribute to the production of copper).

Female menstruation is why iron deficiency anemia is more common among women.

Signs of anemia include fatigue, pale complexion, blurred vision, dizziness, irregular heartbeat, cold hands and feet, scanty menstruation, numbness, insomnia, poor memory, dry skin, brittle nails, vertical ridges on nails, muscle twitches, shortness of breath, chest pain, headache, swollen or sore tongue, unusual cravings, restless legs.

[thebibliosphere]

Hey Bibliomom. So I've had CFS/ME for the past 13 years or so, and I've only just been diagnosed. My feelings on being confirmed to have an incurable disorder rather than something that is in my head(and a personal deficit that I am therefore theoretically capable of overcoming) are... Complicated. Can you recommend any support groups/groups for people trying out and reporting on the effects of various treatments? I have been taking LDN for a few months, and I've recently started on bi-weekly b12 shots. I know it's to be expected but I always feel so gutted when a new treatment doesn't just... Fix Me. I'm looking into mestonin, stellate ganglion blocks, and getting my microbiome mapped and altering my diet based on that. It's all so much money and spoons for a complete crap shoot every time. Have any particular treatments worked well for you?

Unfortunately, there is no Fix Me cure for Me/CFS, there’s just things that help and maybe increase your baseline of wellness. Chief among them, resting while in an active flare to avoid PEM (Post Exertion Malaise.). You can do all the fanciest most expensive treatments, but if you’re not resting enough to avoid PEM, you’re just throwing money away.

The jury is still out between my doctors on whether I have ME/CFS. Some say no because I got substantially better after pernicious anemia treatment and that fatigue is a symptom of Ehlers Danlos Syndrome, and what I have is chronic fatigue, not chronic fatigue syndrome.

Some of my other doctors say that’s just splitting hairs. Especially when we now know I have multiple genetic disorders that were made infinitely worse following viral infections and other physical injuries.

Either way they all agree that avoiding PEM is vital at all costs. This means tailoring my physical rehab to very specifically to not push beyond my limits. If I wake up more tired than usual, I cancel physical therapy that day because going through with it can set me back days, sometimes even weeks.

We’ve also found that stabilizing my neck through physical therapy has been beneficial, as cervical instability and things like tethered cord syndrome have also been linked to ME/CFS (Jennifer Brea is a famous example.)

I’m also being assessed this week by a neuro-eye specialist to see if there’s something wrong with my eyes that a regular eye doctor might miss, just on the off chance that a misalignment is the cause of my chronic migraines, and potentially a lot of fatigue as well.

Other than that I take a crap ton of methylated micronutrients under doctor’s orders because my body struggles with the methylation process, and also I just don’t absorb food properly thanks to the EDS and MCAS, so I’m pretty much always deficient in something. Also making sure I’m properly hydrated at all times helps. It’s amazing how crummy low electrolytes can make you feel, even when you think you are adequately hydrated.

As for groups, I find the r/cfs subreddit helpful. The r/CFSplusADHD has also been helpful, though less active. Other than that I recommend following along with the ME Action Network. They post a lot of research and can be a good way to find other people in similar situations.

And to answer your other question about mast cell stabilizers: I rotate between Cetirizine and Levocetirizine at the moment (both h1 blockers), and also Famotidine (h2) when needed. I don’t find Famotidine as effect as Ranitidine, but unfortunately, Ranitidine is still off the market due to a recall concerning product instability.

I’ve also found Ketotifen (h1 blocker) helps to reduce my fibromyalgia type pain, but unfortunately I don’t tolerate it very well and it makes my migraines worse. Same with Cromolyn Sodium. That one actually brought me out in hives when I tried the oral route, but I suspect the dosage was too high. I tolerate the eye drops though.

I also take a high dose of Vitamin D3 every day under doctor’s orders. That has really helped my mast cell symptoms over the last year. It’s amazing what being low on Vit D can cause to fuck up in your body.

Other than that it’s avoid triggers, avoid stress and get plenty of rest.

I hope that helps.

[suara-rakyat-blog]

DEFICIENCIES & MISSING MINERALS & VITAMINS

CRACKED LIPS - Iron, vitamin C

DANDRUFF - Biotin, vitamin B7

THINNING HAIR - Iron, vitamin C

ACNE - Zinc

GREASY SKIN - Zinc, vitamins B2, B6

BRITTLE NAILS - Iron

COLD HANDS / FEET - Anemia (iron)

PSORIASIS - Zinc, vitamin D

ITCHY / DRY SKIN - Omega 6

HEADACHE - Magnesium, Vit B6, B12

BAD BREATH - Iron

MOUTH ULCERS - Iron, folic acid, Vit B6, B12

PMS - Magnesium, estrogen

LOW LIBIDO - Vitamin D

DEPRESSION / ANXIETY - Magnesium, calcium & vitamins B, D

STRESS - Magnesium & zinc

JOINT PAIN - Magnesium, potassium, sodium, vitamins B1 and D MINERAL CHEAT SHEET:

Magnesium = energy/sleep/bone

Potassium = blood pressure

Salt = hydration/digestion

Copper = collagen/iron

Selenium = immunity

Chromium = blood sugar

lodine = thyroid

Iron = oxygen

Manganese = glucose

Calcium = muscle/bone health

Zinc = immunity

[redbleedingrose]

I’M LATE BUT HAPPY VALENTINE’S DAY💜💜

Bio chem has been kicking my ass all day and I finally got a breather 😭

My Valentine’s Day gift to you

I can’t remember if I’ve sent this to you already but it’s okay because it’s ✨Rhys✨

Those thighs 🧎🏻‍♀️🧎🏻‍♀️

HIIIIIII!!!

Happy Valentines! OMGGG WHAT A HOTTIE!!!!

I'm sorry biochem is kicking ur booty! It is all about the pathways if I am being honest! Def make diagrams of the metabolic pathways and include the enzymes (and if they drive the reaction forward or backward or both) and you should be solid!

For some reason, we were also always tested on Vitamins and their deficiencies!

Vitamin C def = Scurvy = bleeding gums

Vitamin A def = night vision changes

Vitamin D def = rickets in kids; osteomalacia in adults

Vitamin B6 and B12 def = marcocytic anemia; methylmalonic acid increased in vitamin B12 def

Fat soluble vitamins = A, D, E, K = occurs with pancreatic insufficiency causing steatorrhea!

Vitamin K def = clotting disorder -> liver cant produce clotting factors: II, XII, IX, X - I remember as 1972 (10 - 9 - 7 - 2) AND protein C and S

Iron deficiency = microcytic hypochromic anemia + restless leg syndrome

Some med school factoids for you <3

Rhys would be very impressed with you for trying!!!

[boness-is-tired]

I've been struggling with an ED for 4 years now, and I had a lot of health troubles because of it, especially when it comes to my iron levels since I struggled with a self-harm addiction, i have a heavy period flow, and I'm a vegetarian. So I'm making this post with the intention to educate other people with ED's on how to prevent iron deficiency or anemia and help the ones that are already anemic or iron deficient to get more nutrients.

(Please note that I am not a specialist, just a person with some bad experiences that did some research. Also, I'm not trying to promote EDs, I'm only trying to promote harm reduction.)

Essential information about iron and anemia:

Iron is very important in maintaining many body functions, including the production of hemoglobin, the molecule in your blood that carries oxygen. Iron is also necessary to maintain healthy cells, skin, hair, and nails.

Anemia is a condition characterized by a drop in the content of hemoglobin, the pigment that gives color to red blood cells in the blood. This may occur due to a lack of one or more essential nutrients like iron, zinc, vitamin B12, and proteins. Iron deficiency anemia is the most common, and the one I will be focusing on.

1. Eating more foods that contain iron, zinc, vitamin B12, and proteins. (Also, vitamin C helps with iron absorption.)

The disordered behaviors involved with different eating disorders can, in many cases, lead to anemia.

So here are some tips I have to prevent iron deficiency or anemia:

A lot of us may avoid foods that help prevent anemia (like meat or whole grains) due to the fear of calories. So here are some low-calorie options:

Spinach - 23 calories per 100g: Contains iron, protein, and Vitamin C

Egg - around 70 calories per egg: Contains protein and zinc in the white (15 calories) and in the yolk, B12, and less protein (52 calories)

Strawberry - 37 calories per 100g: Contains vitamin C

Peas - 81 calories per 100g: Contains iron and protein

Orange - 47 calories per 100g: Contains vitamin C

Broccoli - 34 calories per 100g: Contains iron and vitamin C

Tofu - 76 calories per 100g: Contains protein and zinc

Low-fat Greek yogurt - 78 calories per 100g: Contains B12, protein, and zinc

Heart of palm - 36 calories per 100g: Contains protein and zinc

2. Avoid drinking coffee or tea with meals.

Tomatoes - 20 calories per 100g: Contains vitamin C

3. Avoid consuming foods rich in calcium alongside those rich in iron

These drinks make it harder for your body to absorb iron.

4. Reduce cooking time.

Although calcium is an essential nutrient, an excess of more than 300-600 mg of calcium can interfere with iron absorption.

5. Prepare food in iron cooking pots.

Without compromising food safety, aim to cook food for as short a time as possible to maintain its nutritional benefits.

Cooking meat or vegetables in a cast-iron skillet can help boost their iron content.

If you notice any misinformation or any grammatical mistake (english is not my first language) please tell me and If you have anything helpful to add, please do!

[paralien]

I'm always like, pretty badly lacking in B12 and it's easy to notice when it's bad again bc I'm so tired all the time and i start struggling to speak but, like, I was like oh teehee whatever it's like the D vitamins girls stay slaying ♡

I learnt today that B12 deficiency is the same as anemia and now I'm like oh. oh!!! oooohhh okay so it is kinda bad that they put me on B vitamin pills for like 2 weeks and then go "see you in another year ♡"

[captaindibbzy]

So I was thinking about todays morning live setting me off with the "lack of nutrition makes you fat" bullshit and I can think of two diseases lack of nutrition gives you (scurvy and rickets) and figured there are a lot more than that. So I Google "diseases linked to lack of nutrition"

Tha top fucking result.

It makes you fat :(

Fat is not a FUCKING disease!!!!

Anyway, lack of litterally any nutrient can give you a form of problem. And yes scurvy (vitamin C deficiency) and rickets (vitamin D deficiency) are on the rise.

Other ones you might be familiar with is osteoporosis (calcium deficiency in the bones) anemia (iron deficiency in the blood).

And the people who are more at risk of these problems? From here.

Populations who may be at greater risk of nutrient deficiencies or diseases include:

• Individuals who have intakes below the established RDA, AI, or EAR for the nutrient.

• Individuals who experience food insecurity.

• Individuals who are experiencing homelessness.

• Women who have a short interpregnancy interval.

• Individuals who have recently left their previous country of residence.

• People with a gastrointestinal disease that can limit absorption of nutrients (i.e. celiac disease or Crohn’s disease) or individuals with a history of gastrointestinal surgery (including gastric bypass). For example, individuals who have had a portion of their stomach removed or their distal ileum removed during a weight-loss or other surgery are at a greater risk of developing a vitamin B12 deficiency (13).

• Individuals with other medical conditions that influence nutrient status (i.e. cystic fibrosis, renal disease, genetic disorders).

• Individuals on medications that are known to interact with the absorption or excretion of certain vitamins and minerals.

• People with substance use disorders (including alcohol) may be more likely to have deficiencies due to poor intake and/or the effects of the substance. People who have high intakes of alcohol are at greater risk of developing a magnesium deficiency (14, 15).

• People who smoke are more likely to have a vitamin C deficiency due to the increase in oxidative stress.

You may notice that while being fat is not on this list weight loss surgery is.

So I remain pissed this afternoon.

[findingmypeace]

I’ve been having a very hard time with sleep since I admitted to residential. It started off with terrifying nightmares. In fact, one nightmare caused me to scream out loud which woke my roommate up and caused a nurse to come check on me. They put me on prazosin (it controls nightmares) at that time. We had to increase the dose several times because I was also having trouble staying asleep.

When I got home from residential I struggled a lot with eating overnight/sometimes in my sleep. Thankfully, this stopped several weeks ago. However, I also woke myself up several times because I was talking in my sleep. I was speaking real words and sentences most of which involve statements about how much I hate myself and how horrible I am. I’ve always talked in my sleep as my sisters can attest since at different times we’ve shared a room. But it was usually just mumbling nonsensical sounds.

Two nights ago I wasn’t actually asleep yet. It was kind of that twilight moment where you’re close to being asleep but still somewhat conscious. I was conscious enough that I became aware of saying, “I hate myself.” over and over.

This is really scary to me. I’m not sure why this is happening and why it’s statements like that, that are being repeated. I also feel out of control. It seems as if I can’t control my mind, or maybe even myself when I am sleeping.

Could this be a side effect of the medication? I am now taking 3 different meds before bed to control my sleep. Prior to residential I did struggle with my sleep but I figured it was related to the ed. This is different.

In PHP we would see the program psychiatrist once a week. But now I am in iop and when that happens we are supposed to go back to seeing our outpatient psychiatrist. My appointment with him isn’t for another month and this is the psychiatrist that is impossible to talk to between sessions. I do have a pcp appointment tomorrow and I will talk to her about but I’m not sure if she can do anything.

And that reminds me, as part of php I was required to get labs again. I got them done 2 weeks ago. These labs showed that I have iron deficiency anemia. I’m not sure how it all works because the treatment involves so many different things but to treat this I am supposed increase the amount of iron I eat, come in weekly for B12 injections, take a vitamin D supplement, and take prescription ferrous sulfate which needs to be taken with Vitamin C. Wow, that’s a lot. Still, I hope it helps as I’m still not physically feeling at 100% but SO much better than before residential.

[spartanmemesmedical]

Exploring the Root Causes of Vitamin B12 Deficiency: Understanding the Culprits Behind this Common Condition

Introduction: Vitamin B12, also known as cobalamin, plays a crucial role in various bodily functions, including nerve function, red blood cell production, and DNA synthesis. Despite its importance, many individuals suffer from vitamin B12 deficiency, which can lead to a range of health problems if left untreated. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll delve into the various factors that can cause a…

[ajmakoko]

My nail got a lot less clubbed since I briefly quit smoking (weed) and then substantially reduced how much I smoke in a day (went from chain smoking at least 8 grams a day to smoking 1 gram a day or less. I am weaning because I started getting extremely sick from withdrawals around day 5 of 100% quitting. I actually STILL am withdrawing even at this lower dose but it's much better, some days I dont smoke at all or do a half gram now). Anyway, the angle my nail makes to my finger is still really improving and I'm super happy about that.

But then I noticed only my thumb nails have lunula, the rest of my nails had it when I was younger but it's gone now. Not sure when, last time I remember looking at that area of my nails I was 17. Since I've been starving off and on at the end of every month when my snap runs out, and haven't been able to afford my vitamins (I am prone to b12 deficiency and anemia) for months, I will hope that the lunula is disappearing because of nutritional deficiencies and not some other reason like a heart issue.

However it's looking like I have vascular ehlers danlos. My grandpa had numerous strokes and aneurysms, including an abdominal aortic aneurysm. My wrist has a bone that pops in and out of place, as well as my hyoid bone. I have very pale, translucent, velvety/soft skin. I have varicose veins. I have blue spots on my sclera. I have always had receding gums. I also had my genes sequenced by 23andme, and have several (but not all) of the genes related to various forms of EDS, including vascular EDS.

I remembered when I was date raped in late September 2023/early October, when I went to the ER they hooked me up to an EKG for the date rape meds, and noted that it was borderline abnormal. I didn't concentrate on that at all at the time (they said it was good enough for me to be on the medication), but last night looked at my EKG results and it appears I likely have some enlargement in my left atrium (not ventricle so it's probably not weed ha). I had a previous EKG that did not show that (or I wasn't informed), so it seems like my relationship with my abusive ex, my grandma's death, the date rape, extreme poverty, car issues, chain smoking weed, and issues with school (and maybe contracting covid?) caused this. I guess stress really can kill you.

I'm going to a teaching hospital soonish for bowel issues I have (which could also be related), and I'm planning on giving them a binder with this info.

It's honestly hard to not be angry if this is true. Idk how many doctors I went to over these complaints that dismissed me. My ex will never ever pay me back for the damage he did to me. Where is the justice in this world? Maybe I'm glad my lifespan is shortened. Maybe it doesn't matter anyway with climate change looming; it wasn't like I would've lived to old age anyway I guess. May as well enjoy the time I have now

[jeneelestrange]

I see a lot of chronic illness people going to like, the scariest possible disgnoses without ruling shit out, which I GET BELIEVE ME because your body is screaming that it’s on fire and like two hundred years ago any of these things might have killed us but like……I’m more and more convinced a surprising amount of the time the answer boils down to a crack in the system from the fact that doctors have the least amount of training in nutrition and sussing out malabsorption/food allergies/intolerances, and even then, doing it is a BITCH and can’t be done in five minutes by throwing a pill at it, which insurance companies hate. Like, these have to be things we’re not testing or really looking into often or aren’t easy to look into.

Your heart’s fucking up? Ok, every doctor’s got a minimum of 100 hours on that. Nutrition issue? 25 hours. A lot of schools don’t even meet that and are suss on how they even count that. And don’t even get me started on nutrition RESEARCH which is the red headed stepchild and long story short there’s a long-winded reason why it feels like one year you’ll hear something like “Blueberries cause cancer!!!!” and “Blueberries cure cancer!!!!” the next and even a lot of the basics are built on pretty hnghhhhh suss shit but ANYWAY.

Think about it—if you are not absorbing a nutrient, you’re going to have symptoms that affect YOUR ENTIRE BODY. BELIEVE ME, I have confirmed four of them, and incredibly likely a fifth. Many of them cause anxiety, depression, fatigue, and believe me, it’s DEBILITATING(fyi if you look it up and have a LOT of anemia symptoms but your CBC is always normal, you may have too much folic acid for reasons I won’t get into for brevity and that hides it on the CBC—insist on a homocysteine blood test, if you have high cholesterol like just about every adult ever the doctor can use the ICD-10 code 78.00–certain countries like America also just have much lower standards for B12 for like, I don’t even know what reason even though the WHO has recommended the international standard be set to that of where Europe and Japan is at—ask me how I know all this hahaha 🙃). And if your doctor is shitty—depression, anxiety, and fatigue no matter how outrageous just gets you an SSRI consistently only.

And if you’re a fat woman and the deficiencies make you anxious and depressed? God help you. God. Help. You. They are looking for weight loss and even if they know micronutrients exist and would NOT cause that hmmmm or you could just have IBS and have depression and need to calm down, right? I could tell my GI doctor had only read the top sheet of my progress notes with the GI symptoms only and was probably like “abdominal pain lol” because unfortunately people in this office had a tendency to do that and then immediately stick their foot in their mouth. I told him I was concerned about malabsorption issues and he said, “But why? People with that are usually skin and bones.” I just paused aghast for a moment and said, “I have four vitamin deficiencies????? Three of them are different forms of anemia????? Might even have a fifth one but I’m not that interested in getting off magnesium for a month and getting full body cramps, migraines, and muscle twitches again for a blood test that isn’t very accurate.” I have never seen someone so quickly read a chart and say, “Well you’ve convinced me!!! Let’s schedule a colonoscopy!!!” and try to get out of the room.

You have to check off all the little weird shit your body is doing for the record so they can’t say they didn’t know, yes, the weird bruises that you don’t know where they come from, yes, the nosebleeds, everything. I used to be really butthurt about the diagnosis of fibromyalgia until I realized there’s very few ICD-10 codes that can be used to test for vitamin-D deficiency, so unfortunately some things are about getting us the best care in a broken system.

[clatterbane]

On the plus side: I am getting the impression that the prescription iron supplement has, indeed, been helping with the anemia.

July/August is not necessarily the best time to really start noticing this, though. I went straight through "oh wow, I am not actively freezing for once, now that it's warmer outside!", and out the other side into "gross creature marinating in sweat". Which is kinda my base state in relatively hot weather normally, but I really was not missing that.

Hopefully the lack of absurd-level freezing at what should be perfectly fine room temperatures will hold out into the winter, though.

(Also mentally boggling again at the endo insisting that anemia cannot make you feel cold, when I was there and brought up that I suspected this might be an issue while she was ordering more bloodwork anyway. When, surprise! My iron levels did indeed come back low again. Yeah, BTDT, and the particular combo of fatigue and not being able to get warm did feel too familiar.

At least she made extra sure to double check my thyroid levels, at least, since she decided that was the most probable explanation for the freezing. And of course thyroid issues do tend to run along with other autoimmune issues. Also, at least it's not like pulling teeth to try to get common labwork like iron or thyroid levels run. They've also been checking B12 and D levels as standard, which was a relief since I had to go private to get that monitored before with the history of gaslighted-symptom celiac deficiencies that never even went into my records. In a country where like half the population is vitamin D deficient anyway, but of course not if you won't test.)