B12 injections are generally safe and well-tolerated, especially when administered under medical supervision
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Functional cobalamin deficiency can thus occur at any serum level
Your doctor will typically monitor your response through clinical improvement and blood tests such as full blood count, rather than rechecking B12 levels after starting injections
Much like optional cookies, we explore the choices available in B12 supplementation, providing insights into the various options and considerations for a personalized approach to health and wellness
Possible complications heart failure severe neurological deficits gastric cancer type 1 diabetes rheumatoid arthritis myasthenia gravis (a chronic condition causing muscle weakness) Hashimotos disease (an autoimmune condition affecting the thyroid) A pregnant or nursing person with a B12 deficiency When a person receives treatment for a B12 deficiency, they generally recover well and cease to have symptoms, although they may need to continue to use B12 nutritional supplements