Struggling to stay motivated during your weight loss journey
12 Most commonly diagnosed in adults between ages 60 and 80, pernicious anemia can interfere with red blood cell production and may lead to permanent nerve damage if left untreated
From there, vitamin B12 combines with a protein called intrinsic factor so that it can be absorbed further down in the small intestine
Seek urgent same-day assessment or call 999 for emergency care if experiencing: Severe chest pain Severe shortness of breath Fainting or collapse Acute or rapidly worsening neurological deficits (such as new limb weakness, sudden gait disturbance, or bladder/bowel dysfunction) Persistent or worsening anaemia symptoms despite treatmentincluding breathlessness, chest discomfort, palpitations, or extreme fatigueshould trigger medical review
At patient request, we can discuss the use of topical numbing cream prior to the injection
However, the lack of extensive studies and FDA approval for weight loss specifically may deter some patients
