Feeling tired all the time? Don't worry you're not alone. Whenever most people feel the fatigue, it's standard to pin it down to a busy schedule or even weather change. But without you even realising, it could signify something completely different.
Now a TikTok user, known as Doctor Sooj, revealed to his 194,500 followers how it could be a a potential vitamin B12 deficiency. Speaking about the condition, he said: "There are many symptoms associated and could be really non-specific but it does include things like feeling fatigued and tired all the time. "You can get pins and needles, confusion, memory problems.
It can also cause muscle weakness, as well as a sore and inflamed tongue." While a vitamin B12 deficiency isn't harmful in itself, the NHS recommends seeking medical attention immediately to prevent any issues from becoming permanent. The deficiency can lead to a wide range of symptoms, some of which may go unnoticed.
These symptoms can develop gradually and may worsen if left untreated. Symptoms of vitamin B12 or folate deficiency anaemia include: Rapid breathing or shortness of breath Headaches Indigestion Loss of appetite Palpitations Problems with your vision Feeling weak or tired Diarrhoea A sore or red tongue, sometimes with mouth ulcers Problems with memory, understanding and judgment The NHS also states a lack of B12 could cause symptoms which might even impact your brain and nervous symptoms, including: Numbness Muscle weakness Psychological problems, which ca.