Lyme disease is primarily caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi, and it mainly affects the joints, heart, and nervous system. While Lyme disease can lead to various neurological and autoimmune complications, there is no direct evidence linking it to pernicious anemia, which is an autoimmune condition that affects vitamin B12 absorption due to intrinsic factor deficiency. However, autoimmune processes can overlap in some patients, potentially leading to both conditions independently. Always consult a healthcare professional for a comprehensive evaluation and diagnosis.
No. They are not related.
Afraid so! My alcohol dependency caused PA.
Pernicious Anemia is caused by a lack of intrinsic factor (usually). There can be other causes, such as infection, surgery, medicines taken, or diet.
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Yes it can. It can cause inflammation and this can raise the level of white cells in response.
Pernicious or megaloblastic anemia is mainly caused due to deficiency of either Vitamin B12, or Folic acid or both. risk groups are pregnant lady(mainly folate is the cause) strict vegetarian(vit b12 is only found in animal sources) malabsorbtion syndrome(like problem with enteric factor of castle).
A lack of intrinsic factor will result in impaired absorption of vitamin B12 in the intestines, leading to a condition called pernicious anemia. This can cause symptoms such as fatigue, weakness, and neurological issues if left untreated. Treatment often involves regular B12 injections to bypass the absorption issue.
Anemia is a precaution for the use of paracetamol due to its potential to cause liver damage. There are types of anemia which are caused by liver disease.
Well, honey, Annie Oakley didn't die of pernicious anemia. Nope, she passed away from natural causes at the ripe old age of 66. So, put away those medical textbooks and enjoy some Wild West history instead!
pernicious anemia is a vitamin B12 deficiency. Vitamin B12 requires Intrinsic Factor to be reabsorbed by the ileum. Intrinsic Factor is produced by parietal cells in stomach. If there is some damage or manipulation of parietal cells, which also produce HCl, there will be less of both intrinsic factor causing B12 deficiency and HCl causing achlorhydria.
Late-Lyme disease is systemic disease that may affect many organs including heart, kidneys and liver. It also may cause electrolyte imbalance. So answer is - yes
Anemia -- an abnormal decrease in red blood cells -- is typically Non - infectious. Some infectious diseases, such as dengue and ebola, may cause anemia.