a. Explain how chronic bleeding leads to iron deficiency anemia.
b. Explain the signs of anaemia that indicate compensation for hypoxia is occurring.
c. Explain how the destruction of acid-producing cells in the stomach can lead to iron deficiency anemia.
d. Explain why individuals with pernicious anemia have a low hemoglobin level.
e. Explain how pernicious anemia can cause a neurologic effect such as a tingling sensation in extremities or loss of coordination.
f. Why is oral administration of vitamin B12 not effective as a treatment for pernicious anemia?