The Vegan Diet and Hematopoiesis

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What is the most likely cause of the woman's symptoms?

  • Vitamin B12 deficiency (correct)
  • Folate deficiency
  • Iron overload
  • Vitamin K deficiency

Which physical examination finding is consistent with the case study?

  • Normal Babinski sign
  • Hyperactive deep tendon reflexes
  • Normal oral cavity
  • Diminished spinal reflexes (correct)

What type of anemia is indicated by the laboratory findings?

  • Normocytic anemia
  • Microcytic anemia
  • Macrocytic anemia (correct)
  • Hemolytic anemia

What is the significance of atrophic glossitis in this case?

<p>It indicates a deficiency in essential vitamins and minerals (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which neurological manifestation is commonly associated with vitamin B12 deficiency?

<p>Numbness and paresthesias in extremities (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the most likely cause of the woman's symptoms?

<p>Vitamin B12 deficiency (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which neurological manifestation is commonly associated with vitamin B12 deficiency?

<p>Diminished vibration sensation (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of atrophic glossitis in this case?

<p>It indicates a possible deficiency of vitamin B12 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of anemia is indicated by the laboratory findings?

<p>Macrocytic anemia (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for the patient's diminished spinal reflexes and extensor plantar reflexes (Babinski sign)?

<p>Peripheral neuropathy due to vitamin B12 deficiency (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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