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My dad is 79. on b12 injections every 3 months and has a test score of 225. should he take oral b12 supplements as well as he is still having sympto?

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Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

No: If he is getting regular b12 shots the oral is unlikely to help more

Answered 2/7/2021

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