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Case study finds severe vitamin B12 deficiency linked to profound pancytopenia and neurological symptoms in an infant, emphasizing the need for testing.
Vitamin B12 deficiency is a rare but significant cause of anaemia associated with neurological manifestations in children. We report the case of a 16-month-old infant presenting with profound pancytopenia and psychomotor regression, who was diagnosed with severe vitamin B12 deficiency. This case highlights the importance of measuring vitamin B12 levels in children with anaemia associated with neurological signs. Keywords: Vitamin B12, pancytopenia, infant, megaloblastic anaemia, nutritional deficiency. Received Date: August 21, 2025 Accepted Date: September 13, 2025 Published Date: October 01, 2025 Available Online at https://www.ijsrisjournal.com/index.php/ojsfiles/article/view/479
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