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Can Vitamin B12 Deficiency Cause Memory Loss?
Question: My best friend has to get B-12 shots monthly. She has been having lots of problems with her memory. Obviously, age can be a cause. But can a person's body that doesn't absorb B-12 have any correlation to memory issues?
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Brief Answer:
Low B12 levels result in memory problems
Detailed Answer:
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Vitamin B12 has multiple functions. It deficiency is one of commonly cause of reversible amnesia and memory loss. In individuals with low vitamin B12, to prevent symptoms supplements are given. So yes, low vitamin B12 is commonly associated with memory issues.
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Low B12 levels result in memory problems
Detailed Answer:
Hi thanks for the query from HCM
Vitamin B12 has multiple functions. It deficiency is one of commonly cause of reversible amnesia and memory loss. In individuals with low vitamin B12, to prevent symptoms supplements are given. So yes, low vitamin B12 is commonly associated with memory issues.
Thanks and Take care
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