Can a B12 deficiency cause stomach issues?
Yes, a B12 deficiency can cause stomach upset and poor digestion.
Last updated on 23 May 2023
Vitamins do not require digestion because either they are water soluble or fat soluble. They get dissolved and travel through different parts of the body via cells.
You will opt for taking vitamin B12 shots if your levels are too low. Below 200 pg/mL are considered for injections and medications as recommended by a doctor.
A vitamin B 12 blood test measures vitamin B12 deficiency in people. Not only this, it also helps in the diagnosis of a genetic disorder known as methylmalonic acedemia.
If your B 12 levels are too high then you may be suffering from hematologic disorders like chronic myelogeneous leukemia, promyelocytic leukemia, polycythemia vera. To know the exact cause contact your doctor and do not ignore high levels of B12 as it can be life-threatening.
You are recommended to check with a doctor. Otherwise you can drink alcohol in moderation to reduce your B12 levels naturally.
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