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What is the connection between Vitamin B12 and diabetes?

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Dr. Dr Vasanthasree Nair

Dr Vasanthasree Nair

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  • MBBS
  • 15+ Yrs
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Vitamin B12 deficiency is highly prevalent in patients who have diabetic neuropathy. Hence, patients are encouraged to take proper diet and also supplement themselves with B12.

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