A serious illness indicated by a reddened tongue is named

The risk of pernicious anemia may be indicated by redness and an increase in the size of the tongue, since such a symptom means a lack of vitamin B12 in the body.

how told specialists of the American National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute (NHLBI), if it is deficient, nerve damage can occur: arms and legs will begin to tingle and numb, there will be a loss of reflexes, weakening of bones, and even fractures.

In addition, confusion, depression, and memory loss are likely. After all, B12 makes it possible to produce healthy red blood cells and the nervous system to function normally. Also, problems such as nausea, heartburn, bloating, constipation, diarrhea, and weight loss can indicate a lack of this vitamin. Therefore, when they appear, you must consult a doctor.

Experts clarify: to make up for the lack of B12 in the body, you need to eat beef, liver, poultry, fish, cheese, milk, eggs and yoghurts.

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