Autoimmune gastritis causing B12 deficiencyAutoimmune gastritis in a male adolescent with cerebellar involvement: A case report.
We explored a rare case of autoimmune gastritis in a teenage boy that led to concerning neurological symptoms, including dizziness and unsteady gait. His blood tests revealed a significant vitamin B12 deficiency while he consumed a non-vegetarian diet. After receiving intramuscular vitamin B12 therapy, his symptoms improved significantly over six months.
This case highlights the importance of recognizing how autoimmune gastritis can cause neurological complications and emphasizes the need for early diagnosis to prevent serious health issues.
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B12 treatment improved dizziness symptomsChronic Atrophic Gastritis with Negative Intrinsic Factor and Parietal Cell Antibody Presenting as a Severe Hemolytic Anemia.
We examined a unique case involving a 28-year-old male who experienced dizziness related to severe anemia from low vitamin B12 levels.
After treatment with daily vitamin B12 injections, his symptoms and lab values significantly improved, indicating a positive response to the treatment.
Despite the rare nature of his condition—seronegative pernicious anemia—the results suggest that B12 can effectively alleviate dizziness stemming from anemia in similar cases.
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B12 treatment alleviates dizziness symptomsNeurological symptoms of vitamin B12 deficiency: analysis of pediatric patients.
We analyzed the effects of vitamin B12 deficiency on dizziness among children experiencing various neurological symptoms. Our study looked at the medical records of 38 patients referred to a child neurology clinic due to issues like dizziness, syncope, and convulsions.
Impressively, all children showed significant improvement within a month after receiving vitamin B12 treatment. This highlights the importance of prompt diagnosis and supplementation, as various symptoms can appear independently of anemia. Understanding these symptoms can help prevent severe complications, especially in vulnerable populations.
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Case report on B12 deficiencyAcute presentation of dizziness in vitamin B12 deficient old patient of cardiac disease: a case report.
We investigated the relationship between vitamin B12 deficiency and dizziness in an elderly patient following pacemaker surgery. This case revealed acute dizziness and imbalance, which were linked to notably low vitamin B12 levels.
After receiving vitamin B12 supplementation, the patient showed significant improvement, underscoring the importance of checking B12 levels in older adults with similar symptoms. Regular evaluations can help identify and treat deficiencies that might otherwise go unnoticed.
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Vitamin B12 deficiency improvement notedVitamin B12 Deficiency Manifesting As Pancytopenia, Lymphadenopathy, and Fever: A Clinical Mimic of Hematologic Malignancies.
We explored how vitamin B12 deficiency can lead to various symptoms, including dizziness. In a case involving a 39-year-old man, initial tests suggested a serious blood disorder due to his symptoms, but further analysis revealed a severe vitamin B12 deficiency as the root cause.
After treatment with vitamin B12 injections, we observed remarkable improvements in blood counts and a reduction in symptoms. This highlights the importance of considering vitamin deficiencies in patients, particularly when diagnosing conditions related to dizziness and blood health.
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