Keywords

autoimmune disorders, cobalamin, cyanocobalamin, intrinsic factor, pernicious anemia, vitamin B12

Authors

1. Underwood, Tamara APRN, FNP-C
2. Le, Jenny APRN, FNP-C
3. Campbell, Kim DNP, APRN, FNP-BC
4. Smiley, Lisa DNP, APRN, FNP-C

Abstract

Abstract: The symptoms of pernicious anemia might resemble those of other common disorders and can be nonspecific, requiring extensive diagnostic workup. The provider must be aware of the harm pernicious anemia can do if undiagnosed and untreated and must understand that diligence and persistence are crucial for an accurate diagnosis.