Berlin R, Berlin H, Brante G, Pilbrant (1978) Vitamin B12 body stores during oral and parenteral treatment of pernicious anaemia
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Then, your doctor will adjust how often you get them based on how youre doing and your B12 levels
A payer-friendly record shows at least 1 management action tied to the diagnosis assessed
Differentiating from Other Conditions Neurological signs and symptoms can be vitamin B12 deficiency associated or due to other causes such as: Pernicious anemia Syphilis Neurosyphilis Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV)-associated vacuolar myelopathy Toxic neuropathies Tropical myeloneuropathy Your healthcare provider can make a proper diagnosis based on your symptoms, medical history, physical exam, and laboratory test findings
Most therapeutic protocols recommend cycles of 8-12 weeks, followed by a 4-week break to maintain sensitivity