Lincoln, NE
A 63-year-old female asked:

Started b-12 injections. how long might it take to see an improvement in neuropathy symptoms such as balance and tingling in feet and legs. ?

1 doctor answer1 doctor weighed in
Dr. J. Lawrence Dohan
Dermatology 59 years experience
Why B12?: Often worth a try. Oral or sublingual daily B12 1000mcg is just as effective as injections. Are you B12 deficient? If so, what is the cause? What caused the neuropathy?
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