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Hi I started having B12 shots last year I had one on Tuesday 29th December and I feel so unwell struggling to breathe headches rashes acid reflux mouth ulcers dizzy it’s awful, how long does it stay in system

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Nackapan

That sounds horrid. So up to now youve been okay with your b12 Injections?

I was told bh a Gp levels start to really drop afted week. No idea how true this is.

I imagine we all different.

I do know after an injection thd level peaks in your blood stream after a few hours up to 7 hours.

I'm having the opposite . Dont feel ivd hzf lady 2 injections???

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lucasussex in reply to Nackapan

No always feel ill after injections, it’s so horrid so itchy

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Nackapan in reply to lucasussex

Perhaps try a different sort?? Speak to your gp. Initially I reacted after everyone with a headache and really bad tinnitus blurry vision and at times irritability or a sudden need to sleep like I was drugged . Also jangly nerves.

These days i have to make sure I've written it down. Last 2 not felt anything which is not good either.

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lucasussex

Yes defo not trying hydroxocobalamin again hope goes out of my system soon, I got rashes etc side effects are horrible I am finding it hard to sleep 😴

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wedgewood in reply to lucasussex

Try Cynocobalamin , which is the B12 which was used before Hydroxocobalamin was developed . It is the commonly used B12 for injections in the U.S. It is usually obtainable from German online pharmacies . At the moment it is not , due to either COVID or Brexit . But is still obtainable from Amazon.de. ( German Amazon .de ) Rotexmedica make it search for Rotexmedica vitamin B12 ( don’t look for “depot) Enlarge the picture of the carton to make sure you order Cynocobalamin.

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wedgewood in reply to lucasussex

Just looked online . Amazon.de do not seem to have Rotexmedica B12 Cynocobalamin . Hevert , Lichtenstein have them .

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lucasussex

I got mine from there hydroxocobalamin

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Cinders70

I get cyanocobalamin injections from my GP. It’s licensed for use every 4 weeks. I haven’t really seen a benefit, but you may find it’s suits better.

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lucasussex

Defo gonna ask did you get skin rashes on your feet when u used hydroxocobalamin

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lucasussex

Always been on hydroxocobalamin and always cause me issues so it’s got to be them

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Thomasturner22

Switch to cyanocobalamin you seem allergic to hydroxocobalamin hence the itching also take an antihistamine to prevent any anaphylaxis

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lucasussex

yes defo I have itching rashes etc it’s horrible feel like got flu

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Thomasturner22

I used hydroxocobalamin and got tinnitus worse and heart palps. Fine on cyano

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lucasussex in reply to Thomasturner22

I have been hydroxocobalamin since last year it’s so wired I was fine then this year allergies to them

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Thomasturner22 in reply to lucasussex

I guess you can develop allergies

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Thomasturner22

No but my lips when super dry and itchy

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lucasussex

Shame can’t attach pic show you! How itchy they are I self injected on Tuesday should be out my system by now

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Thomasturner22 in reply to lucasussex

I think hydroxo has the longest half life of about 6 days so give it a bit more time. Or maybe youve eaten something that disagrees and its coincidence idk tbh

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lucasussex in reply to Thomasturner22

should be out my system by tomorrow it’s well messed my stomach up feel rotten yes maybe could be

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Elston

May be depending on what they take the b12 from , you are allergic to one of the ingredients? ...I carnt take any vit or mineral with substances taken from fish? / seafood..i come out in big itchy spots.

Maybe ask where or what the b12 is sauced from ?..

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GGourmet

Perhaps an obvious question.

Have you requested a Covid-19 test? This could just be coincidence.

I suffered severe reactions from an MMR jab at the age of 50. We shouldn’t necessarily assume a link when it might be pure coincidence.

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lucasussex

Yes requested covid test I think I have covid I feel so sick took antihistamine for rashes and feel so crap had shit for days can’t breathe itching no temp mouth ulcers

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FoggymeAdministrator in reply to lucasussex

Lucasussex.

What you describe does not sound like a reaction to a B12 injection. It sounds as if you are becoming more unwell, with increasing breathing difficulties and you may need professional medical advice and assistance which may not wait until morning.

Please can you ring 111 for assessment and advice via the NHS.

If you have blue lips or fingers, are gasping for breath without exertion or finding it increasingly difficult to breath, feel dizzy, cold, clammy or sweaty, feel on the point of collapse, or confused / disorientated please dial 999.

Either number will connect you to medical services which will be able to assess your condition and advise about next steps.

If for some reason you decide not to do this, please contact your GP first thing tomorrow morning.

To be honest, it would be better to call for medical assessment tonight. It’s better to be safe, especially in these difficult times.

Please let us know how you get on.

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GGourmet in reply to lucasussex

I had Covid-19 in March 2020, followed by rashless shingles which I still live with 8 months on. No fever or cough with Covid-19 but lost taste and smell. Many don’t get the most common symptoms. Glad you are getting tested, now you think it’s possible.

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lucasussex

All my tests have been negative for covid will do test tomorrow diarrhea feel crap feel dizzy sick

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FoggymeAdministrator in reply to lucasussex

Lucasussex.

Please see my reply to you above. Not sure what test you are planning to do tomorrow (sounds like Covid) but I would still advise making a call - as advised above - for medical assessment tonight.

It sounds like you may also be becoming dehydrate, which in itself can become a medical emergency.

I note, from reading your past posts, that you also have an underlying autoimmune condition which is known to increase the risk of serious illness if infected with Covid. This makes it even more vital that you access appropriate medical assessment sooner rather than later.

Be safe. Please don’t wait.

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lucasussex

Colitis yes thank you

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FoggymeAdministrator in reply to lucasussex

For the sake of clarity and the benefit of anyone reading who may have colitis and be worried about Covid, I was not referring to colitis.

Recent research indicates that colitis is no longer a criteria for inclusion in the vulnerable or extremely vulnerable category (in terms of risk from Covid).

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lucasussex in reply to Foggyme

Really my mate got letter saying he has shield from Monday due covid

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FoggymeAdministrator in reply to lucasussex

Shielding is advised according to an individuals unique and personal medical history and circumstances (including drug regimes). Having colitis does not automatically increase the risk from Covid or require those who have it to shield.

Many with colitis who were previously advised to shield have now been told that this is no longer necessary.

More information can be found here...

crohnsandcolitis.org.uk/new...

This post is now going off topic so I am closing it to further replies.

For your own safety, please follow the advice to access appropriate medical assessment and help.

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