7 Sinais da Falta de Vitamina B12 | Dr Diego de Castro Neurologista

Vitamin B12 deficiency causes nerve damage of varying degrees. In this video, Dr. Diego de Castro explains the main signs and symptoms of Vitamin B12 deficiency, focusing on neurological changes. 🏆Schedule a specialized online consultation with Dr. Diego de Castro, Neurologist (CRMSP 160074): (11) 3504-4304. This video is for informational purposes only and does not replace a neurology consultation. See the topics covered in this video: 00:00 - Symptoms of Vitamin B12 Deficiency 55:10 - Function of Vitamin B12 in the body 02:15 - Mental slowness 02:55 - Memory problems 03:24 - Apathy/Depression 03:47 - Tingling 04:14 - Numbness/Changes in sensitivity 05:27 - Spasticity 06:58 - Changes in the optic nerves 08:11 - Polyneuropathy Vitamin B12 plays a crucial role. This essential vitamin is vital for several bodily functions, including the formation of red blood cells, proper nerve function, and the maintenance of neurological health. Vitamin B12 deficiency can cause physical, neurological, and psychological symptoms. Neurological symptoms of vitamin B12 deficiency may include: Numbness or tingling in the hands and feet Vision problems Difficulty remembering things or getting confused easily Difficulty walking or talking as you normally do. Some neurological problems that develop from vitamin B12 deficiency may not be reversible. The prognosis for people with vitamin B12 deficiency depends on how early the deficiency is diagnosed and treated. If detected early, most people are able to get rid of their symptoms with treatment. If vitamin B12 deficiency is left untreated, it can cause serious, long-lasting side effects affecting the nervous system and brain. Bibliography: Vitamin B12 (StatPearls NIH): https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NB.... B12 Deficiency Nature Reviews Neurology: https://www.nature.com/articles/nrdp2... Watch our videos to learn more about Neurology and neurological diseases: Tingling in the hands: What could it be? Numbness in the Hands Electroneuromyography of the Upper Limbs Causes of Burning Feet Diagnosis of Burning Feet Electromyography - What is it for? Electroneuromyography - What is the Exam Like? What is the Importance of Electroneuromyography in Diagnosis? (Links to YouTube videos are included in the original text and not part of the description of the video description.) Leg Pain: Diabetic Neuropathy - Why Does Diabetes Cause Numbness in Hands and Feet? Read also our articles to learn more: Understanding the Function of Vitamin B12 in the Nervous System Peripheral Neuropathy - The Origin of Symptoms of Pain, Tingling and Burning Did you like this video? [Link to video:    • Eletroneuromiografia - Como é o Exame? Qua...  ] Subscribe to our channel and turn on notifications to be the first to receive all our content about Neurology, Neurological Diseases and their Treatments. Follow our content on other social media platforms: Website: https://drdiegodecastro.com/ Facebook:   / drdiegodecastro   Instagram:   / drdiegodecastro   Twitter:   / dneurologista   LinkedIn:   / diego-de-castro-dos-santos-24aa85151   Pinterest:   / ddecastrodossantos   See also our Neurology website in Vitória: https://especialidades-neurologicas.w... #VitaminB12 #Tingling #Numbness #PeripheralNeuropathy #Neurology #Neurologist #DrDiegoDeCastro