Vitamin B12 Deficiency Specialists in Delhi
Vitamin B12 deficiency occurs when the body lacks adequate levels of this essential nutrient, which is required for red blood cell formation, DNA synthesis, and…
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Treatment & Types of Vitamin B12 Deficiency in Delhi
Treatment involves oral or intramuscular B12 supplementation, with injections typically used for severe deficiency or malabsorption issues to bypass the need for gut absorption. Dietary counselling to include B12-rich foods such as dairy, eggs, and fortified foods, or lifelong supplementation for vegans, helps prevent recurrence. Neurological symptoms often improve with treatment but may only partially resolve if deficiency has been prolonged and severe.