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Q: Is rippled fingernails indicative of a B12 deficiency?

A: Below is an excerpt from Wikipedia. As you can see there are a lot of different causes for changes in your nails….

Nail changes and conditions associated with them
Nail inspection can give a great deal of information about the internal working of the body as well, and like tongue or iris inspection, has a long history of diagnostic use in cantraditional medical practices such as Chinese medicine.

Pliability:

Brittleness is associated with iron deficiency, thyroid problems, impaired kidney function, circulation problems[2], and biotin deficiency[3]
Splitting and fraying are associated with psoriasis, folic acid, protein and/or Vitamin C deficiency.
Unusual thickness is associated with circulation problems.
Thinning nails and itchy skin are associated with lichen planus[4].
Shape and texture:

Clubbing, or nails that curve down around the fingertips with nailbeds that bulge is associated with oxygen deprivation and lung, heart, or liver disease.
Spooning, or nails that grow upwards is associated with iron or B12 deficiency.
Flatness can indicate a B12 vitamin deficiency[5] or Raynaud’s disease[6]
Pitting of the nails is associated with Psoriasis.
Horizontal ridges indicate stress, and Beau’s lines are associated with many serious conditions.
Vertical ridges are associated with arthritis[7].
Vertical grooves are asociated with kidney disorders, aging, and iron deficiency[8].
Beading is associated with rheumatoid arthritis[9].
Nails that resemble hammered brass are associated with (or portend) hair loss[10].
Short small beds are associated with heart disease[11].
Coloration of the nail bed:

Mee’s lines are associated with arsenic or thallium poisoning, and renal failure.
White lines across the nail are associated with heart disease, liver disease, or a history of a recent high fever[12].
Opaque white nails with a dark band at the fingertip are associated with cancer, cirrhosis, congestive heart failure, diabetes and aging[13].
Paleness or whitening is associated with liver or kidney disease and anemia[14].
Yellowing of the nail bed is asociated with chronic bronchitis, lymphatic problems, diabetes, and liver disorders.
Brown or copper nail beds are associated with arsenic or copper poisoning, and local fungal infection.
Grey nail beds are associated with arthritis, edema, malnutrition, post-operative effects, glaucoma and cardio-pulmonary disease[15].
redness is associated with heart conditions.
dark nails are associated with B12 deficiency.
Stains of the nail plate (not the nail bed) are associated with nail polish[16], smoking, and henna use.
Markings:

pink and white nails are associated with kidney disease[17].
Parallel white lines in the nails are associated with hypoalbuminemia.
red skin at the base of the nail is associated with connective tissue disorders[18].
blue lunulae are associated with silver poisoning or lung disorder[19].
blue nail beds are (much like blue skin) associated with poor oxygenation of the blood (asthma, emphysema, etc)[20].
small white patches are associated with zinc or calcium deficiency or malabsorption, parasites, or local injury[21].
receded lunulae (fewer than 8) are associated with poor circulation[22], shallow breathing habits or thyroid mysfunction[23].
large lunulae (more than 25% of the thumb nail) is associated with high blood pressure.

Q: I sometimes have acute pain in wrist & ankle joints, doctor suggested its due to B12 deficiency.?
This pain resembles as if something is sucked out of the joints.It has been since two years and aggravates in hot or cold air-conditioned environment.
It automatically goes off and erupts gain, I take Vitamin B12 tablets but that is not very helping.
I am 24 years old.

A: Take at least 1000 mg of fish oil tablets twice a day,and get high strengh glucasmine and chondritin tablets .and take once a day.Drink ginger tea.You should feel better in 10 days time.

Q: how common is b12 deficiency when a person is NOT a vegetarian/vegan?

A: I don’t know how common it is, but I had it and I’m not a veggie. I think it’s pretty common in women.

Q: Would b12 deficiency be detected in a full blood count?

A: Yes, in a way that is true when suspected reduced red blood cell count is observed. If tested positive for lowered RBCs count.

The doctor might ask for a blood sample to check under the microscope to check celle size. For B12deficiency, the RBCs are seen much bigger and then tested to determine whether the enlarged RBCs is due to folate or vitamin B12 deficiency since folate also can cause enlarged RBCs.

hope this answers your question ^_^

Q: can you die from a b12 deficiency?
I was just told that i have a b12 defiency….and I am scared cause im being told that It could cause heart issues and death is this true?PLease help I am scared

A: I cant tell you, but my dads gf friend has it she was diagnosed about 10years ago she get injections every 3months and she is fine she just gets a check up, but hun I think you need to go back to your doctor and discuss it further with him/her and discuss your fears of it all.
Laura xxxx

Q: My wife has being diagnosed with a B12 deficiency at 5 weeks pregnant, what are the risks to her and the baby?

A: “Extensive past research has shown a close link between the development of neural-tube defects in babies and the mother’s homocysteine level prior to and during pregnancy.” from the website http://www.yourhealthbase.com/vitamin_B12.html

Buy some prenatal vitamins AND some B12 vitamin supplements. Since she is only 5 weeks pregnant this unlikely to harm the baby IF you take action now. Here is a breakdown of why:

The first two weeks of pregnancy are the start of her cycle and she wouldn’t have even ovulated first. The second two to three weeks are when the baby would travel down the fallopian tubes to implant (around the time of her due period that was missed) and for the first week or so, attachment is made, but no umbilical cord is letting nutrients come through. The umbilical cord starts to transport nutrients about the 5th to 6th week.

I would think the chances of being effected are VERY slim, but they are there. Just get some supplements and use as directed. The baby may take what your wife does have as well in her bones.

Q: can a b12 deficiency cause hot flashes or sweating problems?

A: Yes, among other things. A B-12 deficiency can be quite dangerous if you have been deficient for a long period of time.

B-12 is unique in that it is the only vitamin that comes purely from animal sources. Unless you are a strict vegan and take no supplements, it is pretty unlikely you are deficient though, since B-12 is found in just about all food that comes from animals, including meat and dairy, which is why most vegetarians who eat eggs and dairy aren’t deficient.

If you are concerned, you can buy some over the counter B-12 supplements. Take those until you can get in to see your doctor. Have your Dr. take some blood and run a vitamin panel. Other deficiencies could cause the same symptoms. If it is a B-12 deficiency, your doctor can give you a shot, or a prescription for high-dosage vitamins. It can sometimes take up to a month before your body recuperates and you start feeling better.

Q: Following a routine blood test, I have had to have a second for B12 deficiency and a TFT, are these connected?

A: Yes, they are connected. Your doc is checking for thyroid function. You could possibly have a thyroid issue (hypothyroidism perhaps) or another autoimmune disease.
Most people with autoimmune thyroid disease can have low B-12 levels. Actually anyone with any autoimmune disease (diabetes, celiac) can have low levels of B-12.
If you have any other celiac symptoms, get screened for it. I had b12 def. and thyroiditis for almost 5 years before I figured out my issue.
go here:

http://thyroid.about.com/cs/newsinfo/l/blb12anemia.htm

Q: Confused about B12 Deficiency?
I recently went to my doctor with my complaint being ongoing constant nausea. I have had this for approximately 2 years and was always told by my last doctor that there was nothing wrong with me. However my new doctor has just done a blood test and found that im severely anaemic and deficient in vitamin B12. Can this B12 deficiency cause continous nausea???

A: Nausea is associated with B12 deficiency anaemia.
Sometimes through atrophic gastritis (inflammation of the stomach) or simply from anxiety associated with feeling rotten and wondering why you feeel so awful.

Q: B12 deficiency and stuff?
i was told my b12 or cobalamin was severely low to where i get b12 shots every 5 days. my periods have been very weird sometimes i get them 3 times a month and sometimes none a month this has been going on for 4 months, i just found out about my b12 deficiency yesterday. would b12 have anything to do with periods???

A: I have to take B12 supplements, since I’m vegetarian, and they don’t seem to affect my periods at all. Maybe they affect you differently, but they don’t for me. Although iron seems to have that kind of effect on me, so who knows.

Q: Why would reticulocyte counts be increased in chronic blood loss, but decreased in Vitamin B12 deficiency?

A: Reticulocytes increase in blood loss as a compensatory measure. Reticulocytes are immature RBCs, so their presence reflects an attempt by the bone marrow to produce more RBCs (driven by EPO — erythropoietin).

B12 is required for DNA synthesis and cell division, so synthesis of RBCs would be impaired. In fact, with folate or B12 deficiencies, you may observe a macrocytic anemia — few red blood cells of larger than normal size. In this situation, the RBCs can grow and produce hemoglobin, but they can’t divide, so they just swell in size.

Q: breastfeeding vegan – b12 deficiency ?
I am breastfeeding my one month old baby. i have been vegan since before i was pregnant however since he was born his weight gain has been slow. I did some research and found out about b12 deficiency causing slow weight gain. I am wondering if any VEGAN moms have had this problem, and if taking a daily b12 supplement corrected the problem, if so, how long did it take??

I am not going to change my eating habits unless his pediatrician recommends it. Please don’t waste your time telling me to eat animal products. Thanks for your consideration.
I am going to ask his ped. on mon when her office is open, in meantime i am looking for similar experiences in other vegan moms, just for my own curiosity over the weekend.

A: I am answering from the perspective of knowing a little about vitamin B-12. I have to do an injection of B-12 once a month, not because I am vegan (I’m not) but because my body cannot absorb vitamin B-12 from food that I eat. It is an easy thing to do, no big deal. So that may be something you need to consider anyway. However, if you yourself are truly deficient in B-12, you need to get it checked out – it can be very serious. Best of luck.

Q: B12 Deficiency- Injections?
Has anyone suffered with a B12 deficiency before? I had bad leg pain during sleep and it has been detected that I had little B12 in my system so now I have to take injections to get my B12 up. Has anyone had to do this before and how is it working out? I have to take one injection every day for a week and then one for a month and then once a week and then once a month for the rest of my life the doctor says. Anyone had the same problem?

A: Yes, one side of my family is b-12 deficit, after about 10 years worth it may become useless but for now the shots should give you some strength and overall better health, it will also help your immune system,, you are not alone…

Q: is it true that due to Vitamin B12 deficiency medicines don’t work?
a doctor told me that the medicines, that he has prescribed for a disease, will not work since i have a deficiency of Vitamin B12.

A: Going to need more information Manu. What disease?

Q: What should i do, in pregnancy with vitamin B12 deficiency?

A: Your doctor should suggest a B12 replacement regimen.

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