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I have pernicious anemia and have been taking b12 shots. all blood levels are normal. how often do i need to take shots?

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Dr. Le Wang answered

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Pernicious anemia: B12 deficiency due to pernicious anemia should be treated and maintained on B12 injections in life. Internal of injections varies from one month to every 3 months.

Answered 3/6/2020

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A member asked:

I have pernicious anemia and have been taking b12 shots. all blood levels are normal. how often do i need to take shots?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Le Wang answered

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