Vitamin deficiency anemia is a type of anemia caused by vitamin deficiency. Vitamin deficiency means supply of vitamin cannot meet your body demand. These vitamins include folic acid, vitamin B-12 and vitamin C. Vitamin deficiency anemia is caused by chronic vitamin deficiency, such as insufficient vitamin supply for months or years. The symptoms appear gradually. You may become irritable, have numb hands and feet, and have memory difficulties and confusion. Other symptoms include trembling, muscle weakness, diarrhea, weakness, paleness or yellowing of skin, and mouth or tongue pain. If you also lack of other nutrients, you will also have lower than normal body weight. Usually it can be treated by vitamin supplements and better diet.
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