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Life-style Measures for Individuals with History of Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia-4

Patient was educated on life-style measures for individuals with history of Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia as follows: Compromised oxygen supply to the heart muscle in B12 deficient patients can result increased workload on the heart and lead to chest pain/discomfort, rapid heartbeat, palpitations and arrhythmias. B12 deficient individuals with history of coexisting arrhythmia can be at increased risk for presentation with worsening arrhythmia. Keep a close watch and report to your physician regarding any new [...]

Life-style Measures for Individuals with History of Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia-3

Patient was educated on life-style measures for individuals with history of Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia as follows: Poorly controlled diabetics can be at increased risk for developing neuropathy and B12 deficiency in such individuals can increase the risk for neuropathy significantly. B12 deficient individuals with coexisting diabetes must observe compliance with calorie intake recommendations, log maintenance of everyday blood sugar readings, diabetic foot care, periodic podiatrist visits, and physical exercise recommendation. Avoid environments with extreme [...]

Life-style Measures for Individuals with History of Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia-2

Patient was educated on life-style measures for individuals with history of Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia as follows: Chronic use of some antiseizure, antibiotic, and anti-inflammatory medications can interfere and inhibit absorption of B12 in small intestine. Individuals taking antacid and anti-GERD medications can have the acid environment in the stomach needed for B12 absorption compromised, contributing to reduced B12 absorption. Reduced absorption of B12 in the intestines contribute to the vitamin deficiency. Individuals taking medications [...]

Life-style Measures for Individuals with History of Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia-1

Patient was educated on life-style measures for individuals with history of Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia as follows: Poor dietary habits and malnutrition in individuals happens to be one major reason for B12 deficiency. Observe compliance with good balanced dietary habits and calorie intake requirements, as recommended, to prevent development of B12 deficiency. Vitamin B12 is mainly present in meat and animal products. Incorporating good amounts of organ and muscle meat, sea food, eggs, milk, and [...]

Findings to Watch for and Report in Individuals with History of Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia-4

Patient was educated on findings to watch for and report in individuals with history of Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia as follows: Arrhythmia: Compromised oxygen supply to the heart muscle can result in palpitations and arrhythmias. Keep a close watch and report to your physician regarding any new or worsening signs and symptoms of arrhythmia, such as, fluttering in the chest, racing or abnormally slow heartbeat, poorly felt pulse, dizziness, any episodes of loss of consciousness, [...]