Insert the needle through the vial stopper, invert the vial, and draw slightly more than needed
mechanism of action, bone and metabolic effects CDC Vaccine administration: subcutaneous route
Others who might be prescribed B12 shots are those at the highest risk for a B12 deficiency, including: Vegans, since vitamin B12 is found only in animal products People ages 60 and up since their bodies don't absorb B12 as efficiently People with Crohn's disease or pancreatic disease, since they prevent nutrient absorption People who had weight-loss surgery, which decreases B12 absorption People with an eating disorder People with HIV People with diabetes Since a mild B12 deficiency might not cause symptoms, it can go undetected for years since levels are not checked during routine blood work
This is why patient support groups exist
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Some people have a much higher chance of developing B12 deficiency, and understanding these risk factors helps us catch problems early