Posted: 06/05/06 - 00:00 Post subject: Pernicious Anemia Diagnosis
My doc told me I had pernicious anemia, but when I looked it up, I realized I had not even been tested for it. The thing is I had a severe lack of B12, so I wonder why doctors can't just say it like it is. I tested positive for Celiac so probably that's why I have the B12 issues.
I had pernicious anemia for years. I still had to take weekly B12 shots. I think it is important for you to note to if is pernicious anemia or megaloblastic anemia, is a B12 shortage, not an Iron shortage. After finding out about celiac disease, my b12 level had leveled out on its own, so I have my levels check often just to be sure. Also, I would suggest the right tests to ask your doc for.
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