taking b12 injections Treating Severe Vitamin B12 Deficiency

Chang ensures that patients feel confident and informed every step of the way, providing clear instructions on how to prepare for injections and what to expect during treatment

An epidural steroid injection procedure may take about 30 minutes to administer

Research classification: Synthetic small-molecule research compound

Drop back to the last tolerated dose and stay there for 6-8 weeks before attempting escalation again

Symptoms of folate deficiency Some of the symptoms that can be caused by a lack of folate include: General symptoms Fatigue Irritability Headache Dizziness Gastrointestinal symptoms Sore tongue Mouth ulcers Diarrhea Loss of appetite Neurological symptoms Numbness and tingling in the hands and feet Confusion Depression Cognitive impairment Dementia Hematological symptoms Anemia (pale skin, shortness of breath) Testing for vitamin B12 and folate deficiency When to test Since vitamin B12 and folate affect many functions in the body and there are many possible symptoms, blood testing for vitamin B12 and folate is commonly ordered by the physicians at the Adult Down Syndrome Center

The choice between injections and pills depends on individual needs, including deficiency severity and absorption capacity