pernicious anemia symptoms - #7457
For the past few months, I’ve been feeling extremely tired, even after a full night’s sleep. I’m 50 years old and thought it was just due to my busy lifestyle and work stress, but the fatigue has been getting worse. I also have a pale complexion, and I’ve noticed my tongue looks different—kind of swollen and smooth. I went to my doctor and had some blood tests done, and it turns out I have pernicious anemia. I’m still not fully sure what that means, though. My doctor explained that pernicious anemia is a condition where my body can’t absorb vitamin B12 properly, which is affecting my red blood cell production. I’ve been prescribed vitamin B12 injections, but I’m wondering if there’s anything else I should know about managing pernicious anemia. What are the pernicious anemia symptoms that I should watch out for? I’ve heard that this condition can cause nerve damage, but I’m not sure what other effects I should be concerned about. Could pernicious anemia lead to more serious issues if left untreated? I’m also wondering if I should make any diet changes to help with the condition. Can I still live a normal life with pernicious anemia, or will I need regular treatments like the B12 injections for the rest of my life? I’ve also been feeling more forgetful recently—could this be linked to pernicious anemia, or is it just another sign of aging?
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