Vitamin b12 defeciency need help urgently

[falgun]

Hi I am 22 yrs old and have been diagonised with Vitamin B12 defeciency.Reports show that Vitamin B12 levels are way below the normal range.Are there any neurological symptoms.I have been feeling very dull and low since the last 2-3 yrs, I have had sore throats, I am finding it difficult to communicate with people, and having a problem figuring out directions, that apart I feel palpitations in the head after I have coffee or ne form of caffeine.I am feeling heaviness in the head too.I would appreciate if  someone could guide  me , as this is becoming unbearable and very stressful.

I have bene advised to take B12 injections on a regular basis.

[lolly122]

hi im new to this site and iv just seen your post,about your lack of b12 i also have a b12 deficiency the doctor told me i had caused this because i had an eating disorder were i wasn't eating enough meat and stuff, now i have to take b12 vitamins for ever they have menchened going to have the injection but i find its much better taking tablets my nan was on the injections and just a week before she was due to have her next injection she started to feel really ill so its better on tablets were its not running out of your system please let me know how your doing now,

[ggreg]

B12 deficiency sometimes happens in older people who take a lot of antacids.  Antacids will decrease the body's ability to absorb that vitamin, so if you've been taking them lately, stop.  When a person is low on B12, they will have neurological symptoms, like you describe.  Injections or doctor-prescribed oral treatment is absolutely necessary.  Also, eating eggs, milk, cheese, meats, and cereal will help keep your B12 up.