Vitamin B12 deficiency: Toiletry troubles indicative of long-term deficiency
Vitamin B12 can be stored in the body for a number of years, which means that it can take a long while before signs of the condition appear. However, the changes can seem innocuous, so you may put off seeing your GP. This would be a big mistake – left untreated, a vitamin B12 deficiency can lead to irreversible neurological complications. If you find yourself experiencing toilet troubles, take note of how – and how often – your bowel movements are affected.
According to WebMD, constipation, diarrhoea, or gas could be indicative of a vitamin B12 deficiency.
Am I constipated?
If you’ve not had a poo at least three times during the last week, the NHS confirm that you have constipation.
When you do empty your bowels, the faeces are likely to be large, dry, hard, or lumpy.
Straining to empty your bowels is another indication that you’re constipated.
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