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Pernicious anaemia Flashcards

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Classic triad of pernicious anaemia

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Extensor plantar, brisk knee reflex and absent ankle jerk

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What is pernicious anaemia

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AI disorder affecting gastric mucosa => B12 deficiency (anitbodies to intrinsic factor)

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Vit B12 level normal

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> 200

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Treatment of pernicious anaemia if no neuro features

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3 injections per week for 2 weeks
THEN 3 monthly treatment of vit B12 injections

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