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Could i have a vitamin b12 deficiency even if i take b12 every day?

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Dr. Eric Weisman answered

Specializes in Neurology

Yes: If in pill form you may not be able to absorb it (often the case) thats why we have sublingual and intramuscular forms.

Dr Cattano and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 7/6/2015

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