Its various mechanisms, including its antioxidant effects, the stimulation of pheomelanin synthesis instead of eumelanin, and interference with intracellular trafficking of melanogenic enzymes, contribute to its antimelanogenic properties
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This reaction is catalyzed by methyltransferases, which transfer a methyl group from the methyl donor S-adenosyl- L-methionine (SAM) to their substrates
These include: Paraesthesia (pins and needles) in hands and feet Peripheral neuropathy with numbness or altered sensation Difficulty walking or balance problems (ataxia) Memory problems and cognitive difficulties Mood changes, including depression or irritability In severe cases, confusion or dementia-like symptoms Other manifestations may include: Loss of appetite and unintentional weight loss Constipation Visual disturbances (rare, but can occur with optic neuropathy) Important: The neurological complications of B12 deficiency can progress even in the absence of anaemia, making early detection crucial
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