The Economic Times

No itching. Just darkening of hand skin and tingling sensation. Doctor shares the simple deficiency behind this

A doctor shared a case of a 69-year-old vegetarian man whose skin darkened and hands tingled. These subtle signs pointed to a severe vitamin B12 deficiency. The man's diet over 20 years contributed to the issue. Investigations revealed low vitamin B12 levels. Treatment with supplements led to significant improvement. This highlights how overlooked symptoms can indicate critical nutritional gaps.