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</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which neurological manifestation is commonly associated with vitamin B12 deficiency?

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

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

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

    Which neurological manifestation is commonly associated with vitamin B12 deficiency?

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

    What type of anemia is indicated by the laboratory findings?

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

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