Pablo underwent a major surgery a few months ago where certain portions of his stomach were surgically removed. Following the surgery, Pablo developed a form of anemia and started experiencing weakness and a "pins and needles" sensation in certain parts of his body. His doctor advised him to take monthly injections of cobalamin for the rest of his life. Based on the information provided in this scenario, Pablo was most likely diagnosed with ________.
A. normocytic anemia
B. microcytic hypochromic anemia
C. aplastic anemia
D. pernicious anemia
Answer: D
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