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B12 injections

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sheila24125
sheila24125

I had a partial gastrectomy 46 years ago and have been on monthly B12 injections since 1972. Suddenly  a few months ago my doctor changed it to ever 12 weeks and after blood tests showed I had a high B12 in my bloods. However, I am still very tired after 4 weeks does this mean that my body is not absorbing and how do I prove this so I may continue on a monthly basis.He put me on iron tablets as my levels were low.

 

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  • Whitecross
    Whitecross sheila24125

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    May I suggest that you join the Pernicious Anaemia Society forum where you will get help and support . I have had tremendous support from that forum . Unbelievably helpful people on that forum . Very best wishes to you . 
  • clivealive
    clivealive sheila24125

    Posted

    I suggest you follow the excellent advice Whitecross has given and join the Pernicious Anaemia Society who may well intercede with your doctor on your behalf.

    I am not medically trained but have also had a partial gastrectomy (in 1959) have P.A. and been on cyanocobamalin since 1972.

    I wish you well

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