Other malabsorption causes include: Atrophic gastritis and reduced gastric acid production (common in older adults) Gastrointestinal surgery, particularly gastrectomy, ileal resection, or bariatric surgery (especially gastric bypass) Inflammatory bowel disease affecting the terminal ileum (Crohn's disease) Coeliac disease and other small bowel disorders Chronic pancreatitis affecting enzyme secretion Helicobacter pylori infection (may contribute to reduced absorption) Medication-related deficiency is increasingly recognised
In recent years, its also gained attention as part of medical weight loss programs
With the rest of the B vitamins, B12 helps by converting what we eat into glucose, our body relies strongly for energy
Append the JW modifier for discarded drug or JZ when there is zero wastage
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