These include: Paraesthesia (pins and needles) in hands and feet Difficulty walking or balance problems Memory impairment and cognitive changes Mood disturbances, including depression and irritability Visual disturbances (rare, such as optic neuropathy) Gastrointestinal symptoms such as diarrhoea, constipation, or loss of appetite may also occur, particularly when deficiency results from malabsorption
Vitamin B12 deficiency can also cause symptoms that affect the brain and nervous system (neurologic symptoms), including: Numbness Muscle weakness Mental health problems, ranging from mild depression or anxiety to confusion and dementia Balance and coordination issues Needles and pins Incontinence What is the best form of vitamin B12 to take
Anaphylaxis following B12 injection has been documented in medical literature, particularly in patients with sensitivity to cobalt or cobalamin compounds
Folate is especially important for people who are planning to get pregnant (or might get pregnant)
There are a variety of symptoms that are associated with this deficiency, including fatigue, weakness, loss of appetite, numbness and tingling in the hands and feet, difficulty maintaining balance, depression, confusion, dementia, poor memory, and soreness of the mouth or tongue