- Female
- 35 Years
- 10/09/2025
My Vitamin B12 is 163, which is below the normal range. I am experiencing tingling, numbness, weakness, shortness of breath, fatigue, tiredness, and body pain. I have taken Vitcofol 6, 2 ml injections over the last 10 days. My questions are: Which tests can I do to check iron levels, as I suspect low iron may be causing low hemoglobin? How can I alleviate these symptoms, and how many more B12 injections might I need, considering I am on PPI for GERD, which caused these issues? I may need to continue PPI for a few more months as GERD is almost resolved. I would also like tips to increase my hemoglobin and RBC levels.
Answered by 1 Apollo Doctors
Check serum iron, ferritin, TIBC. For B12, 6 to 8 injections total may be needed. Eat leafy greens, legumes, jaggery, and iron rich foods. Continue B12 if symptoms persist.
Dr. Vasanthasree Suggests...
Take a Vitamin B12 Test Test or Take a Iron Studies Test Test
Answered 10/09/2025
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