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If i am feeling sluggish can i get a b12 shot or steroid shot?

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Dr. Michael Dugan answered

Specializes in Hematology

Not in my: Office. It would be most appropriate to identify the cause of your "sluggishness" than to give empiric medications, especially those with major side effects like corticosteroids.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 3/29/2014

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A member asked:

If i am feeling sluggish can i get a b12 shot or steroid shot?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Michael Dugan answered

Dr Ali agreed

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