Revised Date: January 18, 2023 Recommendations and Topics Scope Key Recommendations Background Epidemiology Patient Risk Factors Associated with B 12 Deficiency Patient Risk Factors Associated with Folate Deficiency Prevention Diagnosis Management Ongoing Care References Resources Appendix A: Dietary sources of cobalamin Scope This guideline covers the primary care investigation and management of cobalamin (vitamin B 12 or simply B 12 ) and folate deficiency in adults
Deficiency after LAGB is primarily driven by reduced intake of B12-rich foods and use of acid-suppressing medicines such as PPIs or H2RAs
If individuals experience feelings of depression, including hopelessness, guilt, numbness, grief, and loneliness, B12 shots can offer relief
The injection itself takes only a few seconds
Its also the most active form of Vitamin B12, and directly benefits the liver, brain, and nervous system
Baltaci, D., Kutlucan, A., Turker, Y., Yilmaz, A., Karacam, S., & Deler, H
