Pernicious anemia is different from iron deficiency. In P A, an individual lacks the intrinsic factor necessary to absorb B12 from food. (a general B12 deficiency is common among vegetarians/vegans, because they do not eat the most beneficial and efficient forms such as meat and dairy and...
My platelets have been dropping for several years, now at 78. My previous doc didn't seem concerned (he's a cardiologist). I started B12 supplements in November when a new doctor finally diagnosed a B12 deficiency. Looking back at tests, this deficiency has been there for years and my old doc...
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