Does anyone know about B12 defficiency and PBC/AIH?

[Jtxx]

[Jtxx]

I have noticed vertical ridges on my finger nails and have done a wee bit of research and it seems it might be linked to a B12 defficiency? Any thoughts?

[Magnolia in reply to Jtxx]

I had those ridges for about 10 years or so. One of my Drs brought it to my attention. I do know my red blood cells are a little low.

[Jtxx in reply to Magnolia]

I'll mention it the next time I see the doctors. Ta. X

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Hi Jtxx.

Not aware of B12 deficiency with PBC (can't go there with the Hep one), tends to be the fat soluble vitamins, A, D, E & K, most often the D.

Without checking sure whomeal bread, malt and Marmite (I don't have much of that these days due to the salt content - tho' previously I only had a dessertspoon total wkly on toast as pread it very thinly), these have B12.

[itchyandscratchy]

If you search for "living with liver disease" on line you can find a very informative site,(not specifically Pbc) that has a whole bunch of info including the topic of vitamins and minerals, click on the TAGS and you can find practically anything to do with liver disease. Goes without saying that you would need to chat with your own gp before taking any supplements etc but I have found out so much on this site. definatly worth a look.

[Jtxx in reply to itchyandscratchy]

Thank you for the info. Xx

[Jgreen46]

I need travel insurance been quoted £650 for 40 days in NZ does anyone have any ideas

[Jtxx in reply to Jgreen46]

See answer re insurance in Derans question. x

[ginag]

l have B12 defficiency and P.B.C l have B12 injections every 8 weeks l can`t hold b12 in my system l got pbc frist then about 6 months later with b12

[Jtxx in reply to ginag]

What were your symptoms? As well as ridges on my finger nails I have tender calves.

[louisesewell]

i have b12 injections anemia and vit d

[Jtxx in reply to louisesewell]

What symptoms did you have when you were diagnosed with B12 deficiency?

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Jtxx,

I have ridges and blood test indicates a B-12 deficiency.

[Tumbleweed41]

I have been told that ridges on the nails was more to do with a Vit. E deficiency. 400mg/day helps, as well as helping your skin and hair. -:).

I did have a Dr. tell me about a month ago however that I needed B12 and preferrably the "sublingual" (under the tongue). It helps with energy and short term memory. Boy!! did I need that. LOL