Understanding vitamin B-12 deficiency anemia
If you are diagnosed with B12 deficiency there are many different forms of treatment, and they are all correct as long as you are continuously monitored to make sure your levels are where they should be. At the point I am at now I have my B12 levels checked about every 3 months. That isn’t a right or wrong amount, I’m just letting you know if you would like someone to compare it to. Continue reading ‘B12 Anemia – treatment’
As I said in my last post, the peripheral nervous system includes sensory nerves that receive feeling. Keep in mind that not everyone experiences the same symptoms with any condition. When dealing with the nervous system even more so. Your nerves may react very differently then someone else, so you might have symptoms and not even realize what they really mean. Continue reading ‘Peripheral Neuropathy – more information’
I just need to take a minute and discuss what the results of your B12 blood tests mean. Recently I have had 2 people from my personal life who have been diagnosed with B12 deficiency anemia and I am shocked at the difference between my treatment and theirs. They weren’t informed of the severity or the potential dangers associated with this condition. Continue reading ‘B12 deficiency – what the numbers mean’
There are many different names and words thrown in when discussing vitamin B-12 deficiency anemia. I will attempt to cover them all, but it will take a little time so bare with me and check back often. I was diagnosed with B-12 deficiency anemia a few years ago. Continue reading ‘Vitamin b12 deficiency anemia – overview’
There are quite a few causes of b12 deficiency anemia. The most common causes of Vitamin B12 deficiency have to do with stomach & digestive related problems. Continue reading ‘B12 deficiency – possible causes’
Pernicious Anemia is one of many different types of anemia. Having anemia means that your body does not have enough red blood cells that are healthy. Because of this the blood can not distribute oxygen properly to the cells in your body. Continue reading ‘Pernicious Anemia’
Methylmalonic acid is another important component in diagnosing vitamin B12 deficiency anemia. Just because you have a blood test where your vitamin B12 levels are low, doesn’t necessarily mean that you have B12 anemia. Your doctor will determine the amount of methylmalonic acid in your blood by ordering (yet another – get used to it) a blood test. This blood test will help determine whether or not a vitamin B12 deficiency exists. Continue reading ‘Methylmalonic acid’
I just wanted to give you some coupon codes to get you a little extra off if you shop at any of the vitamin store you see here. I will try to keep this updated and there is a link on the sidebar to get you here easily. If you try a code and it doesn’t work e-mail me and I’ll find you a valid one. Continue reading ‘Coupon Codes’