Did You Know!
A Vitamin B12 Deficiency Can Sometimes Look Like Dementia
A shortage of vitamin B12 can cause memory problems, confusion, difficulty concentrating, and even personality changes.
Because these symptoms can resemble dementia, some people may assume they’re experiencing age-related cognitive decline when a vitamin deficiency is contributing to their problems.
Surprising fact: Vitamin B12 deficiency can also cause nerve damage, numbness, and difficulty walking—even without obvious anemia.
Early diagnosis and treatment can improve many symptoms, although prolonged nerve damage may not be fully reversible.
