This approach ensures that patients with genuine deficiency receive rapid, effective treatment while those without deficiency are not subjected to unnecessary procedures
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The Pernicious Anaemia Society realises that healthcare workers are extremely vulnerable at this time and fully supports the efforts being made to minimise the threats to front-line health professionals
For patients who simply want periodic supplementation without a clinical deficiency, the frequency is more flexible
As B12 is essential for the production of red blood cells and proper nervous system function, its deficiency can disrupt these processes and lead to symptoms like gastrointestinal discomfort and poor appetite, which may contribute to unintended weight loss
To confirm the diagnosis, he or she will examine you and order laboratory tests