Vitamin B12 injections are particularly popular and are commonly used to treat B12 deficiency, which can lead to symptoms like fatigue, weakness, and neurological problems
Think again Not every low B12 level needs an injection
Shots work quickly because they skip digestion, and a plan built around bloodwork helps you get the most from each one
For patients seeking weight loss who request B12 injections, GPs should: Assess for genuine deficiency through appropriate blood tests rather than empirical treatment Provide education about the lack of evidence supporting B12 for weight loss in non-deficient individuals Explore underlying concerns about weight and energy levels, addressing these through appropriate channels Signpost to evidence-based resources such as NHS weight management services according to local pathways Patients should contact their GP if they experience unexplained fatigue, neurological symptoms (numbness, tingling, balance problems), or signs of anaemia (pallor, breathlessness, palpitations), as these may indicate B12 deficiency requiring investigation
Methylcobalamin is also active within the human body and found mainly in blood plasma, cytosol cells and certain body fluids like cerebral spinal fluid
That spike is good and normal