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Is it true that vit b12 deficiency can cause permanent nerve damage ? i have 80 pg/ml levels since 1 year.i'm now orally taking b12.

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Dr. Eric Weisman answered

Specializes in Neurology

I recommend SL: You want to keep your B12 level above 350. 1.2 mg sublingually is cheap and generally effective. The problem with B12 is absorbing it 99 percent of the time.

Answered 6/24/2014

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A member asked:

Is it true that vit b12 deficiency can cause permanent nerve damage ? i have 80 pg/ml levels since 1 year.i'm now orally taking b12.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Eric Weisman answered

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