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Can you die from anemia from a B12 deficiency?

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Dr Hema Pratima

General Practitioner

• MBBS
• 9+ Yrs

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In very rare cases, pernicious anemia (caused due to vitamin B12 deficiency) can cause death if left untreated.

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