Yes I MUST write a new blog

[MaryF]

But in the mean time.... Useful article.... dailymail.co.uk/health/arti...

MaryF

[shaws Administrator]

Thanks very much Mary for that link. I have been saying repeatedly re someone I know but the husband doesn't believe me, neither do I think many doctors know or understand as so many members have a B12 level near the bottom of the range and, as we know, are deemed to be in the 'normal range' so "there's no need to bother".

[Marz in reply to shaws]

..and when it is near the BOTTOM of the range - it is important to remember that only around 20% will be available to be utilised in the cells. There is both bound and unbound B12 in the serum test - which makes it just a guideline test - as so many seem to be Not sure if it is the bound or the unbound that reaches the cells I sometimes wonder if Docs are aware of this when looking at results.

I have lived for over 40 years without a Terminal Ileum - where B12 is eventually utilised - and not once was I informed that B12 could be a problem for me. I started injections around a year ago - and now realise the damage is done...but feeling stronger.

Lots of good people on the PAS forum who are very knowledgeable - should anyone need further advice.

I would also like to take this opportunity of posting the link below that also mentions the link between VitD and Alzheimers....

exeter.ac.uk/news/featuredn...

[Daffidols in reply to Marz]

What is the PAS forum?

[Marz in reply to Daffidols]

Pernicious Anaemia Society....however when you look on the index of Communities it is listed as PAS I think !

[oldsoldier]

Thanks MaryF.