VB12 and Folate Deficiency Flashcards
1
Q
VB12 deficiency
A
lack of VB12
2
Q
causes
A
pernicious anaemia
vegan diet
surgery to terminal ileum
3
Q
signs
A
microcytic anaemia
sore tongue
neuro symptoms
psych symptoms
4
Q
what could be the cause of neuro symptoms
A
sub-acute degeneration of spinal cord
5
Q
management
A
no neuro symptons:
IM hydroxocobalamin
6
Q
what should be managed first in terms of B12 and folate deficiencies
A
B12 then folate
7
Q
what drug can cause folate deficiency
A
phenytoin
