B12 Deficiency

[MomoMama]

Hi all,
I recently had my B12 level drawn, due to mentioning to my GI and his fellow that I felt fatigued at times (I have 3 1/2 year old twins, so it seemed pretty normal to me!). Apparently I came back at 362 pg/mL and the dr's office likes their patients to be at 400 pg/mL. They are suggesting starting sub-q injections of B12 monthly (after a loading dose). My Crohns is currectly very well controlled with Humira, so I'm wondering if it's worth a shot to try oral B12 for a couple months and see how my levels do. I will call the office tomorrow, but just wondering what others' experience has been.

Thanks!
MomoMama

 

[David]

That your doctors office likes to have their patients with levels above 400pg/ml tells me that they know their B12 better than most. I would suggest doing exactly what they suggest.

This made me smile. It's so nice to hear that coming from a doctor's office.

 

[MomoMama]

Thanks David! I spoke with the office yesterday and I'll start the injections after vacation next month! And glad for the thumbs up for my GI's office. I think they do a good job, but it's nice to hear from others!