B-12 Injection
What is Vitamin B-12?
Vitamin B-12 is a water soluble vitamin that plays a crucial role in maintaining our overall health. Vitamin B-12 is necessary in the process of metabolism to convert food into energy. It also supports the health of the nervous system and cognitive function. Additionally, it is essential to the production of red blood cells.
Common Signs of Vitamin B-12 Deficiency
- Fatigue
- Numbness/tinging to the arms and legs
- Weakness
- Anemia
- Neuro-cognitive decline
What can cause Vitamin B-12 Deficiency?
Medications
- Prilosec, Nexium, and other PPIs used in treatment of acid reflux
- Zantac, Pepcid, and other H2 blockers used in treatment of acid reflux
- Metformin used in treatment of diabetes mellitus
Medical Conditions/Procedures
- Gastrointestinal disorders such as Crohn’s Disease and Atrophic Gastritis
- Malabsorption conditions such as Celiac Disease
- Pernicious Anemia
- Bariatric surgeries such as gastric bypass and gastric sleeve
Other
- Aging
- Vegetarian and vegan diets
What are the benefits of Vitamin B-12 injections?
Vitamin B-12 injections can be beneficial for individuals without deficiency. These injections have the potential to enhance energy levels and improve mood. Additionally, some research has revealed an inverse connection between vitamin B-12 and obesity indicating that individuals dealing with obesity might exhibit lower levels of vitamin B-12.