Vit b12 deficiency and unsteadiness
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Hi
I was diagnosed with vit b12 deficiency and my levels were 76.
My symptoms are
internal tremors
Jelly legs arms over all body weakness
Confusion
Unsteadiness,very difficulty in walking
Muscle weakness
Muscle twitches
Chest pains
Palpitations
I was given alternative day shots of vit b12 for 1and half months then my levels were above 2000 doc asked me to continue with monthly injections for life time.
But I see no improvements.
Internal shaking has reduced considerably but I am off balance all the time. Very tired and confused.
How long will it take for the recovery.
Reply unsteadiness.
Plz help.
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clivealive manasa_55242
Posted
Here is the list I mentioned. Can you "see yourself" among any of the people mentioned below?
"Who’s at greatest risk for B12 Deficiency?
Anyone at any age, can become B12 deficient. Thus you need to be tested immediately if you develop the symptoms described in this chapter. However, certain people are at an elevated risk. They include the following:
Vegetarians, vegans and people eating macrobiotic diets.
People aged sixty and over
People who’ve undergone any gastric and/or intestinal surgery, including bariatric surgery for weight loss purposes (Gastric bypass).
People who regularly use proton-pump- inhibitors. H2 blockers, antacids, Metformin, and related diabetes drugs, or other medications that can interfere with B12 absorption.
People who undergo surgeries or dental procedures involving nitrous oxide, or who use the drug recreationally.
People with a history of eating disorders (anorexia or bulimia).
People with a history of alcoholism.
People with a family history of pernicious anaemia.
People diagnosed with anaemia (including iron deficiency anaemia, sickle cell anaemia and thalassaemia).
People with Crohn’s disease, irritable bowel syndrome, gluten enteropathy (celiac disease), or any other disease that cause malabsorption of nutrients.
People with autoimmune disorders (especially thyroid disorders such as Hashimoto’s thyroiditis and Grave’s disease) Type 1 diabetes, vitiligo, lupus, Addison’s disease, ulcerative colitis, infertility, acquired agammaglobulinemia, or a family history of these disorders.
Women with a history of infertility or multiple miscarriages.
Infants born to and/or breast fed by women who are symptomatic or are at risk for B12 deficiency.
"priyanka1984 manasa_55242
Posted
hi,
i know its been long but can you tell me how long it took you to feel better. i have the same balance, unsteadiness issue.
thanks!
joshuapryce1987 manasa_55242
Posted
The body needs to adapt to the medication and injections in most circumstances, most people overlook that. If symptoms do not improve after a few weeks then you need to ask your doctor for a review.