D51.9 Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia, Unspecified This is the safe choice when the patient has documented low B12, but you dont yet know the underlying cause
I can feel a sharp 'scratch' when the needle goes in, but it doesn't hurt and I cannot feel the B12 being released into the muscle
If you'll be giving yourself shots at home (after proper training from us, of course!), always use a new needle and syringe each time and dispose of them safely in a special sharps container
These include vitamin B12 deficiency and malabsorption that is caused by the following medical conditions, according to the NIH [1]: Pernicious anemia Tropical sprue Pancreatic insufficiency Surgery in the gastrointestinal tract Certain medications Deficiency in the diet Side effects of B-12 injections Also, according to the NIH, vitamin B-12 injections have some potential side effects, including [1]: Diarrhea Itching Swelling Risk of allergic reaction and anaphylaxis Can Vitamins Aid in Weight Loss
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