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Getting tested after taking any supplements...
Hi there, I found this information after worrying that I have lost my mind due to GP responses, on top of all of my very B12 like symptoms, Inc. Neurological. How I felt was gradual at first and more like fatigue and gastic upsets, intermittent mild tingling, over the last few years, but last year my
Hi there, I found this information after worrying that I have lost my mind due to GP responses, on top of all of my very B12 like symptoms, Inc. Neurological. How I felt was gradual at first and more like fatigue and gastic upsets, intermittent mild tingling, over the last few years, but last year my
Suffering_sunny
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Pernicious Anaemia Society
3 months ago
still confused about my iron results
I’ve now redone my iron panel with medichecks and have similar results to last time. I can’t work out why my ferritin continues to drop. And what I can do about it as I know I need higher ferritin levels for optimum thyroid hormone function. …………………………… Ferritin……….Iron……….. Trans. Sat………..TIBC……….
I’ve now redone my iron panel with medichecks and have similar results to last time. I can’t work out why my ferritin continues to drop. And what I can do about it as I know I need higher ferritin levels for optimum thyroid hormone function. …………………………… Ferritin……….Iron……….. Trans. Sat………..TIBC……….
Mazes
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Thyroid UK
3 months ago
Dr. Mark Porter's B12 Times article
Further to deniseinmilden's post I decided to risk my credit card and subscribed to the free trial of The Times to get the article. Here it is, for better or for worse! There are a lot of comments, some of which he replies to, sadly I can't reproduce them here. But I think it's good news in terms of the
Further to deniseinmilden's post I decided to risk my credit card and subscribed to the free trial of The Times to get the article. Here it is, for better or for worse! There are a lot of comments, some of which he replies to, sadly I can't reproduce them here. But I think it's good news in terms of the
Sneedle
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Pernicious Anaemia Society
10 months ago
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B12 or something else?
Hi About 2-3 years ago, during lockdown when it was difficult/impossible to see a GP, I started taking B12 supplements 3-4 times weekly. Whilst not wanting to diagnose myself, I felt I had little choice given the GP situation, plus my daughters are B12 deficient, and had the same symptoms as myself
Hi About 2-3 years ago, during lockdown when it was difficult/impossible to see a GP, I started taking B12 supplements 3-4 times weekly. Whilst not wanting to diagnose myself, I felt I had little choice given the GP situation, plus my daughters are B12 deficient, and had the same symptoms as myself
Justine_Case
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Pernicious Anaemia Society
8 months ago
Possible allergy to b12
Good morning! I developed a rash a week ago that covered my body and made my lips swell. The doctor suggested stopping b12 and cofactors. He felt it was an allergy to meds and wanted to try these before my heart meds as they would have to be eliminated at the hospital Anyway! I have had the course of
Good morning! I developed a rash a week ago that covered my body and made my lips swell. The doctor suggested stopping b12 and cofactors. He felt it was an allergy to meds and wanted to try these before my heart meds as they would have to be eliminated at the hospital Anyway! I have had the course of
brenanddave
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Pernicious Anaemia Society
10 months ago
Intravenous Iron, oxidative stress and vitamin E and selenium
I have been reading about the possibility that some people may experience oxidative stress with intravenous iron therapy. I thought this article was interesting as it states that vitamin E and selenium are powerful antioxidants that can somewhat mitigate this problem. I would not suggest synthetic
I have been reading about the possibility that some people may experience oxidative stress with intravenous iron therapy. I thought this article was interesting as it states that vitamin E and selenium are powerful antioxidants that can somewhat mitigate this problem. I would not suggest synthetic
Goldy700
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Restless Legs Syndrome
7 months ago
Ferritin levels decreased despite iron supplement
Hello In November I did a Monitor My Health Anaemia test, which showed: HB133g/L (normal) Ferritin 27ug/L (normal) TSAT 18% (normal) Active B12 47pmmol/L (normal) Folate 20ug/L (normal) In December my TSH at the GP was 1.01 (0.27 -4.2) Monitor My Health was TSH 1.19 (0.27-4.2) FT4 17 )12 -
Hello In November I did a Monitor My Health Anaemia test, which showed: HB133g/L (normal) Ferritin 27ug/L (normal) TSAT 18% (normal) Active B12 47pmmol/L (normal) Folate 20ug/L (normal) In December my TSH at the GP was 1.01 (0.27 -4.2) Monitor My Health was TSH 1.19 (0.27-4.2) FT4 17 )12 -
Amtired
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Thyroid UK
6 months ago
Is it reliable and trusty to measure homocystein after loading doses of b12 injections?
Hello everyoneone. I injected b12 shots last week. And wanted to test my homocystein level in order to make sure that i have really b12 deficiency. But i learned about homocystein after injections of b12. My lab results of vit b12 was 165pg/ml(160-944)I wondered whether homocystein level affeteed by
Hello everyoneone. I injected b12 shots last week. And wanted to test my homocystein level in order to make sure that i have really b12 deficiency. But i learned about homocystein after injections of b12. My lab results of vit b12 was 165pg/ml(160-944)I wondered whether homocystein level affeteed by
Emiroskui
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Pernicious Anaemia Society
10 months ago
Blood results
Hi all, Following on from the very useful help and advice I received on my previous posts, I have some blood results back and am hoping for some advice this time. My B12 came back in the normal range but low and my ferritin came back only just scraping into the normal range (results attached).
Hi all, Following on from the very useful help and advice I received on my previous posts, I have some blood results back and am hoping for some advice this time. My B12 came back in the normal range but low and my ferritin came back only just scraping into the normal range (results attached).
Peril1504
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Thyroid UK
8 months ago
Deadline 5pm 22nd August 2023 - Comments on NICE's new B12 deficiency guidelines (UK document)
Hi All, Just wanted to encourage UK forum members to submit comments on new B12 deficiency guidelines. Comments need to be submitted by 5pm Tues 22nd August. These new guidelines are due to be published in 2024 and could affect treatment and diagnosis in UK for years so please think about submitting
Hi All, Just wanted to encourage UK forum members to submit comments on new B12 deficiency guidelines. Comments need to be submitted by 5pm Tues 22nd August. These new guidelines are due to be published in 2024 and could affect treatment and diagnosis in UK for years so please think about submitting
Sleepybunny
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Pernicious Anaemia Society
11 months ago
How quickly does homocysteine rise following cessation of B12 injections?
Previous post for context: @https://healthunlocked.com/pasoc/posts/149711971/antibody-to-transcobalamin-ii-causing-functional-b12-deficiency?responses=149728666 I have been trying to convince doctors that I need daily injections to prevent B12 deficiency symptoms from returning. They simply do not believe
Previous post for context: @https://healthunlocked.com/pasoc/posts/149711971/antibody-to-transcobalamin-ii-causing-functional-b12-deficiency?responses=149728666 I have been trying to convince doctors that I need daily injections to prevent B12 deficiency symptoms from returning. They simply do not believe
jeremycat_
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Pernicious Anaemia Society
11 months ago
Iron blood test results are back, please could you take a look for me?
In a previous post I gave my Ferritin result from a blood test in March (this was 36.90) and I was recommended to check my other iron levels before taking iron supplements . I now have these results back and would be really grateful if you could let me know your thoughts please : Medichecks BLOOD TEST
In a previous post I gave my Ferritin result from a blood test in March (this was 36.90) and I was recommended to check my other iron levels before taking iron supplements . I now have these results back and would be really grateful if you could let me know your thoughts please : Medichecks BLOOD TEST
Alternatively
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Thyroid UK
2 months ago
Advice - supplement and diagnosis
Hi, I'm hoping for some advice on whether to pursue b12 def with my GP.... Some history for me (currently not diagnosed with a B12 deficiency) 2021 - GP - exhausted, burning pain in lower leg, pins and needles in feet, restless legs at night. All blood tests done (inc b12), told all normal, referred
Hi, I'm hoping for some advice on whether to pursue b12 def with my GP.... Some history for me (currently not diagnosed with a B12 deficiency) 2021 - GP - exhausted, burning pain in lower leg, pins and needles in feet, restless legs at night. All blood tests done (inc b12), told all normal, referred
Balloonbbb
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Pernicious Anaemia Society
11 months ago
Vitamin D test
I have been taking Vitamin D+K2 for a few months now, while in Tesco today I noticed a at home vitamin D test so I brought one. I have just done the test and it showed only 1 line which says vitamin D levels are excessive and I should contact my doctor, how reliable are these at home finger price tests
I have been taking Vitamin D+K2 for a few months now, while in Tesco today I noticed a at home vitamin D test so I brought one. I have just done the test and it showed only 1 line which says vitamin D levels are excessive and I should contact my doctor, how reliable are these at home finger price tests
Dawney63
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Thyroid UK
11 months ago
Where do I go to?
I am a 60 year old male, I don’t know if I have PA, B12 deficiency or other. I have a number of symptoms which lead me to believe it is at least a B12 deficiency. Having asked my GP for an “active” B12 test I received a full serum test which came with normal levels and apparently that was me cured, my
I am a 60 year old male, I don’t know if I have PA, B12 deficiency or other. I have a number of symptoms which lead me to believe it is at least a B12 deficiency. Having asked my GP for an “active” B12 test I received a full serum test which came with normal levels and apparently that was me cured, my
Isok
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Pernicious Anaemia Society
11 months ago
when to stop supplementing with iron prior to iron panel blood test?
I’m getting my iron and ferritin levels checked. Does anyone know how long one should stop supplementing with iron before gettung blood drawn for these? This is in order to avoid getting incorrect results. Thank you.
I’m getting my iron and ferritin levels checked. Does anyone know how long one should stop supplementing with iron before gettung blood drawn for these? This is in order to avoid getting incorrect results. Thank you.
Dolansan
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Pernicious Anaemia Society
1 year ago
How many days to stop iron supplement before iron blood test?
hello, Im currently taking iron supplements (50mg - Thorn) and I will need to get my blood iron tests done soon. Does anyone know how long is it best to stop taking supplements before the test? Thank you!
hello, Im currently taking iron supplements (50mg - Thorn) and I will need to get my blood iron tests done soon. Does anyone know how long is it best to stop taking supplements before the test? Thank you!
Dolansan
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Thyroid UK
1 year ago
Vitamins D and K7
I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism nine months ago, and prescribed 50mcg levothyroxine per day. No mention was made of Vitamin D results or any related issues like ferritin,or B12. I take Vitamin D 2200iu throughout Winter, and, as of October 23, after some online research, added Vitamin K2, 100 ug.
I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism nine months ago, and prescribed 50mcg levothyroxine per day. No mention was made of Vitamin D results or any related issues like ferritin,or B12. I take Vitamin D 2200iu throughout Winter, and, as of October 23, after some online research, added Vitamin K2, 100 ug.
lalage1979
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Thyroid UK
3 months ago
B12 injections
I was diagnosed with PA in my 30s. Quite a shock. I was on injections until last year when I was 70. I was told by my PCP that sublingual B12 would work. My last bloodwork indicated my B12 levels were off the charts. I've never, ever had high B12 results. I'm wondering if it could have been a mistake
I was diagnosed with PA in my 30s. Quite a shock. I was on injections until last year when I was 70. I was told by my PCP that sublingual B12 would work. My last bloodwork indicated my B12 levels were off the charts. I've never, ever had high B12 results. I'm wondering if it could have been a mistake
cdemarsh
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Pernicious Anaemia Society
11 months ago
Healing slowed due to lack of sun energy.
I am still healing but it is slower and I need more sleep to heal. It became definitive when there was stronger February sun and there happened to be fewer clouds. I got "good sun" and needed a lot of sleep. The sun is doing its part it is the peskey clouds fault. 🙂 I do take 1000 IU of D3, 3 IU of
I am still healing but it is slower and I need more sleep to heal. It became definitive when there was stronger February sun and there happened to be fewer clouds. I got "good sun" and needed a lot of sleep. The sun is doing its part it is the peskey clouds fault. 🙂 I do take 1000 IU of D3, 3 IU of
WIZARD6787
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Pernicious Anaemia Society
5 months ago
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