Why in the news?
According to a study published in Canadian Family Physician, Vitamin B12 deficiency often shows early dermatological symptoms—such as pigmentation, dryness, and inflammation—before neurological or hematological complications appear.
What is Vitamin B12?
- Water-soluble vitamins are essential for: Red blood cell formation, Nerve function, DNA synthesis and Cell growth and repair
Why Skin Shows Early Signs?
- B12 deficiency → reduced RBC production → low oxygen delivery to skin → visible skin changes.
- Weak immunity and impaired nerve function further worsen dermatological issues.
| High-Risk Groups
More prone to Vitamin B12 deficiency:
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| Consider the following pairs: Vitamin : Deficiency disease (2014)
1. Vitamin C : Scurvy 2. Vitamin D : Rickets 3. Vitamin E : Night Blindness Which of the pairs given above is/are correctly matched? (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 3 only (c) 1, 2 and 3 only (d) None |
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