Vitamin B12 deficiency symptoms Weakness, tiredness, or lightheadedness Heart palpitations and shortness of breath Pale skin A painful, smooth, inflamed tongue (glossitis) Digestive issues Bluish or gray-brown nails Loss of appetite What happens if your vitamin B12 deficiency is left untreated
[4] Normal levels of B vitamins in breast milk are desirable, as they support the infants developing metabolism
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Additional indicators of vitamin B12 deficiency can include difficulty maintaining balance, depression, confusion, dementia, poor memory, and soreness of the mouth or tongue
The speed of response depends on factors including the severity and duration of deficiency, the presence of neurological complications, and individual metabolic differences