Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia
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Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia occurs when the body lacks this vitamin, which is needed to produce healthy red blood cells and maintain the nervous system. As a consequence, the blood carries less oxygen to the tissues.
Common symptoms: persistent tiredness, paleness, shortness of breath on exertion and, in some cases, tingling in the hands and feet or difficulty concentrating.
Common causes: they are usually related to poor intestinal absorption, certain digestive conditions, or a diet low in animal-source foods.
Which specialist treats it? The hematologist studies alterations of the blood, while the gastroenterologist or the general surgeon are involved when the origin is digestive. If you notice unexplained fatigue or these signs, it is advisable to discuss it with a professional who can evaluate your case and guide the pertinent studies.
Data on 234 doctors who treat vitamin b12 deficiency anemia
Which specialist treats vitamin b12 deficiency anemia?
Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia is evaluated by a hematologist, a specialist in blood disorders, and by a gastroenterologist if the cause is related to intestinal absorption. A general surgeon may be involved in cases that require it. See these specialists if you have fatigue, tingling, or memory problems.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in vitamin b12 deficiency anemia
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Laura Olivia Rodríguez Muñoz
Dr. José G. Padilla López
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Luis Fernando Fraga Ramos
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Alma Delia Mejía Rendón
Dr. Sandra Angélica Jiménez Sánchez
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Eleazar Hernández Ruíz
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Josué Marcial Meza
Dr. Andrea Avila Martinez
Dr. Jorge Alberto Carmona Meza
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Roberto Galindo Lopez
Dr. Dulce Paola Grajales Garcia
Frequently asked questions
What is vitamin b12 deficiency anemia?
Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia occurs when the body lacks this vitamin, which is needed to produce healthy red blood cells and maintain the nervous system. As a consequence, the blood carries less oxygen to the tissues.
Which doctor treats vitamin b12 deficiency anemia?
Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia is evaluated by a hematologist, a specialist in blood disorders, and by a gastroenterologist if the cause is related to intestinal absorption. A general surgeon may be involved in cases that require it. See these specialists if you have fatigue, tingling, or memory problems.