Pernicious Anemia

Pernicious anemia is a type of anemia that arises when the body cannot properly absorb vitamin B12, due to the lack of a substance in the stomach called intrinsic factor that is needed to use it.

Common symptoms: Tiredness, paleness, weakness, shortness of breath on exertion and, over time, sensations of tingling in the hands or feet, difficulty with balance, or changes in memory due to the repercussion on the nervous system.

When a checkup is advisable: In the face of tiredness that does not subside or neurological symptoms along with signs of anemia, it is reasonable to investigate the origin with professional support.

Who treats it? The hematologist is the specialist who studies anemias and guides the follow-up of this condition over time. Detecting the cause in a timely manner makes it possible to manage the case appropriately and resolve the doubts that arise.