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b12 malabsorbtion
by MarthaElizabeth, Jun 01, 2008 03:48PM
I have taken B12 injections (methylcobalamin) for 7 years starting with daily injections at 2000mcg, then up to 10,000mcg and now (last 4 months)at 5000mcg with folic acid daily. A recent MMA test showed that my B12 level was still low. My symptoms include periferal neuropathy, tremor in hands, weakness in leg and hand muscles, blurred vision, very low energy. I have read that these symptoms are typical of B12 deficiency. I am a 67 years old female. My doctor has run all the "normal" tests such as CBC etc.
What can I do to absorb B12 and alleviate these symptoms?
What tests should be done to determine why I am not absorbing B12?
Thank you very much!
What can I do to absorb B12 and alleviate these symptoms?
What tests should be done to determine why I am not absorbing B12?
Thank you very much!
Member Comments (1)
by CalGal, Jun 01, 2008 09:48PM
Check for celiac disease. That problem can happen in adults - even through most docs don't believe it - and it can cause all the symptoms you're relating. Make sure the doc checks more than just your transglutaminase levels - there are very decent fecal antibody tests for gluten issues - check out enterolab.com to read up on it.
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