25 Patients diagnosed with vitamin B 12 deficiency whose history and physical examination do not suggest an obvious dietary or malabsorptive etiology should be tested for pernicious anemia with anti-intrinsic factor antibodies (positive predictive value = 95%), particularly if other autoimmune disorders are present
There may be moderate side effects, such as mild discomfort at the injection site
Symptomatic vitamin deficiency is more likely if the person is rendered achlorhydric (a complete absence of gastric acid secretion), which occurs more frequently with proton pump inhibitors than H 2 blockers
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Unusual tiredness or lack of energy Recurring neurological symptoms Inadequate improvement in overall well-being If you notice these signs, talk to your healthcare provider