Question 1

what are b12 deficiency?

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Low vitamin B12: Vitamin B12 deficiency is a low blood level of vitamin b12. It can cause permanent damage to nerves if left untreated long enough. Vitamin B12 was discovered through investigation of pernicious anemia, which is an autoimmune disease that leads to inadequate intestinal absorption of B12 from foods. Symptoms may include anemia and paresthesias (from nerve damage).

Question 2

what does b12 deficiency cause?

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Anemia: The most common complication of B12 deficiency is anemia.  Pernicious anemia, which is an autoimmune process that can cause profound B12 deficiency, is associated also with neurologic symptoms such as weakness/numbness/tingling, memory problems, personality changes.  The tongue can become shiny and sore.  Symptoms respond to vitamin B12 supplementation, frequently injections if pernicious anemia.

Question 3

what are the symptoms of b12 deficiency?

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B12 Defficiency: In many cases B12 deficiency maybe as asymptomatic. B 12 deficiency can cause macrocytic anemia also known as pernicious anemia large red blood cells. Symptoms can include fatigue, lethargy, numbness in the extremities due to peripheral neuropathy.  It can be treated with oral or sublingual tablets in mold cases or injections of b 12 Cyanocobalamin in more severe cases.

Question 4

b12 deficiency cause pts become aggrasive?

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May be: Vit B12 plays important role in normal functioning of brain and nervous system. Deficiency is known to cause cognitive impairment and behavior disturbances in elderly.

Question 5

how long does it take to reverse a b12 deficiency?

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As soon as you : Receive an injection of B12 the deficiency will be relieved. However it may take time for some of the effects of B12 deficiency, such as neuropathy and low blood counts to correct.

Question 6

what to expect if my current state of b12 deficiency persists?

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B12 injections: B 12 deficiency can be easily treated with injections of b12. Once a month is more than enough, less frequent may be adequate, but at least twice a year. If you get treatment, you should not have issues from B12 deficiency, though the reason for why you have deficiency should also be addressed.

Question 7

should strenuos exercise be avoided if one has b12 deficiency?

Accepted Answer

Not necessarily: First of all, its not too difficult to up your B12 even if you are a vegan, you can take it sublingually. Second, i think the bigger problem is the paresthesias, and pain. Those will inhibit exercise more than the B12 deficiency.

Question 8

is b12 b12 deficiency dangerous if you don't do anything about it?

Accepted Answer

POSSIBLY: Prolonged B12 deficiency can result in peripheral neuropathy and reduced mental function.  If left untreated the damage can become permanent. If pernicious anemia exists, the deficiency can be fatal. Early signs are seen in blood work where MCV and/or MCH values are elevated, which indicate a B12 and/or Folic Acid deficiency. B12 is best given im or sq. Take professional grade b-complex, too.

Question 9

what is the recommend dosage for a 60 year old female with b12 deficiency?

Accepted Answer

Inject 1mg per month: Vitamin B12 is usually given 1 milligram per month as an injection. Early in the course of treatment, the doctor may give the 1 mg (1000 micrograms) daily for some days, weekly for some weeks, and then monthly thereafter. Doctors may adjust the dosing schedule depending on a patients level of, and reason for, B12 deficiency.

Question 10

family is know for b12 deficiency. would it be ok for me to take b12 without having it checked?

Accepted Answer

B12 deficiency: You should have a vitamin/mineral analysis done first before you begin supplementing as it may be unneccessary and excessive amounts of B12 can effect b6. Best wishes.

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