You may also be more likely to develop vitamin B-12 deficiency if you have: Atrophic gastritis, in which your stomach lining has thinned Pernicious anaemia, which makes it hard for your body to absorb vitamin B12 Conditions that affect your small intestine, such as Crohns disease, celiac disease, bacterial growth, or a parasite Immune system disorders, such as Graves disease or lupus Been taking certain medications that interfere with the absorption of B12
If you experience it, its pretty easy to treat with products you likely already have at home: Cold packs can reduce pain, swelling, and itching OTC pain medications can curb pain and inflammation In some cases, you could have itching, irritation, or redness at the injection site
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Some people might do well on lower doses of oral B12, but its important to watch and adjust