When a woman has pernicious anemia,how long will she need to continue this therapy?
A) For 6 to 8 weeks
B) For 8 to 12 months
C) Until her iron level is normal
D) For the rest of her life

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Pernicious anemia is characterized by a deficiency of intrinsic factor, leading to poor absorption of vitamin B12. Treatment with vitamin B12 injections is required for the rest of the patient's life to maintain adequate levels of the vitamin in the body.

When a Woman Has Pernicious Anemia,how Long Will She Need