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What is a treatment of low B12 level if it is under 150? I am vegetarian weakness is related to low B12 level?

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Can help you with the next course of action and plan.Would like to discuss in details and provide apt solution. Kindly consult. ...  Read More

I have low level of vitamin b12 which tablet should I take to cover it up my b12 level is 133 pg/ml and I have acidity problem which supplement should I take or which tablet should I take

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Not said veg or non veg. Very low ...  Read More

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I am diagnosed with low level of vitamin B12. 72Pg/ml. What should I do to bring it back? As I am having back pains and shoulder pains, also due to this I feel dizzy sometimes. Is it related to low level of B12?

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hello there. yes it is related. have lots of vegetables and fruits. green leafy vegetables are also a must. along with all this, take a multivitamin supplement like neurobion forte one tablet dail ...  Read More

Jave low D3 & B12 levels. Can you suggest tablets for vitamin D3 & B12. Alaoention dosage to be taken

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Tab neurobion forte for B12 one tab Daily.. Tab Shelcal HD for vit D n calcium. ...  Read More

Hi, I recently got my blood test done and have attached the reports and would need help in knowing what exactly is the problem I have low levels of Vit D, B12, Ferritin and Positive TTG. Also, Which is the best medicine for low hemoglobin level b12 level which doesn't constipate?

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You can visit for intravenous iron once in six to eight months to fulfil your iron need ...  Read More

I have my b12 test done it's level is 75. Whether this is low. I have prescription for neurobin plus forte. Kindly suggest whether i need to take it. I am thyronorm 75mcg.

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Yes ,it's low .Take Fast & Up Vitamin B12 tablet once a day.Please ask me directly for personalized diet plan for you. ...  Read More

My Vit D level is 13.7, and B12 is 190. My hemoglobin is also low at 9.8. Kindly suggest. Thank you.

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Tab mecobalamin 1500mcg upto 2month ,1tab daily And tab D rise 60k iu ,once a week upto 2month then 1tab @ month ...  Read More

I'm using razo 20 prescribed by doctor. After few days I'm feeling low energy and dizzy ? In side effect I saw it cause brittle bones and b12 deficient. Is it reason for this side effects?

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Noo man not so fast...... Chronic use may lead to the side effects it's not like it will. Drink plenty of water with ORS... keep your self hydrated. Avoid spicy and oily food. Avoid outside food. Do ...  Read More

Hello docs Can we have normal homocysteine level but low vitamin b12 like under 100? My vitamin b12 is 99 i tested today so I worried, will test for homocysteine level soon! So just asking can we have normal homocysteine level with vitamin b12 deficiency?

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Homocysteine is an amino acid. Vitamins B12, B6 and folate break down homocysteine to create other chemicals your body needs ...  Read More

Can UTI or Prostatitis Cause Low Testosterone Levels? I’m a male and wanted to know if urinary tract infection (UTI) or prostatitis (infection/inflammation of the prostate) can cause low testosterone levels. Can these infections temporarily or permanently affect hormone levels?

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My vitamin B12 level is 162 pg/mL and I am 20 years old. Is this considered low, and could it be contributing to my symptoms? Should I take B12 supplements or injections, and what dose and duration would you recommend?

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A B12 level of 162 pg/mL is on the lower side for most labs, where the normal range usually starts closer to 200. At this stage it can cause tiredness, pins and needles in your hands or feet, trouble ...  Read More

Vitamin B12 is 107 and Vitamin d3 is 14.50 Dr prescribe me Tonikem plus for 15days 1-0-1 and Vitamin D3 is weekly 1 Uprise D3, I have a body full of pinching sensation So can I take Injection is better or Tablet or both let me know

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In most of cases it is enough ...  Read More

My blood test shows vitamin B9 (folate) level of 0.72 ng/mL. The result appears to be low. What could be the possible cause, and what treatment or folic acid dose would you recommend? Vitamin b12 is at 544 pg/mL

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Low folate usually comes from diet, poor absorption, or high alcohol intake. It's treatable once the cause is clear. ...  Read More

Gender female Age 21 What could be the reason of low blood platelet and what should be done B12 level - 390

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A mildly low platelet count is often temporary and commonly follows a viral illness, so it usually isn't a cause for alarm on its own. Please repeat the CBC after a week or two and share both results ...  Read More

B12/folate level Serum vitamin B12 226 ng/L Serum folate 2.0 ug/L I have already take folic acid 5mg per day for 50days and for B12 do I need to take shot or go for oral intake. If oral what is the B12 capsule need to be taken ?

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A serum B12 level of 226 ng/L (pg/mL) falls into the borderline/low-normal zone, while a serum folate of 2.0 µg/L indicates folate deficiency (though 50 days of 5 mg folic acid will have begun addres ...  Read More

My hand shivers while taking any object like a teacup or any drinking glass, and while sitting on the ground, my feet tingle. I had a blood test, and it showed that my vitamin B12 and vitamin D levels are low. Can you suggest any medicine for this? Thanks.

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Based on this, your symptoms correlate strongly with neurological manifestations of Vitamin B12 deficiency (peripheral neuropathy and mild motor instability) and Vitamin D deficiency (muscle weakness) ...  Read More

I am facing fatigue and tiredness due to low vitamin D which is 8 and iron levels which is 7.8 and my HB level is 10

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Vitamin D 8 ng/mL indicates severe deficiency. Haemoglobin 10 g/dL indicates anaemia, which can contribute to fatigue and weakness. “Iron 7.8” needs clarification—if this is serum fe ...  Read More

Hello Doctor, I am 27 year male. My health checkup was done on 27 July 2026. Problem: 1. Vitamin D low - 16.66. Vitamin B12 low - 175. From 1 year. 2. HDL cholesterol low - 32.9 3. Direct Bilirubin slightly high - 0.34 4. Small lump on hand since some time. Other reports like Liver, Kidney, Sugar, Thyroid are normal. Please tell: - Need Vitamin D a

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ...  Read More

28yr male, gym-goer. Recent labs show: AST 149 U/L (normal 0-46), ALT 122.5 U/L (normal 0-55) - elevated. ESR 32 mm/hr (normal 0-10) - elevated. Vitamin B12

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ...  Read More

Hi doctors my wife was recently diagnosed with borderline b12,feritin , magnesium etc is can these deficiency cause headaches also because i know one gets muscle aches dizziness but she complains headache along with these My query is will anyone get head ache due to this deficiency?

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kindly do connect and consult with me for better treatment plan and advice on your case via PRACTO app ...  Read More

Hi doctors recently i was diagnosed with border line b12 my hb is 13 & ferritin levels doctor prescribed me nurokind1500 injections my ferritin is 18 where lab range is 6-137 I am a vegetarian i read somewhere taking b13 reduce more ferritin am getting scared now Is it true if we take b12 feritin will reduce ?

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Ferritin levels may go down Dònt worry about that U may add Iron supplements also for 6-8 week period ...  Read More

Hi doctors since i was having severe muscle aches and numbness in one side leg neurologist made me do cbc , creatine ,b12 etc b12 report is 290 where lab range is 239-930 but my value is 290 and in cbc my lymphocytes is reduce to 19% where range is 25-40% also am under constant mental stress Does b12 deficiency caused low lymphocytes?

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Need few more details for proper understanding of your issue. You can consult with me online on Practo or whatsapp on eight three one eight four six nine eight eight six for proper diagnosis, conclusi ...  Read More

Which infection causes low stomach acid? What is the treatment for low stomach acid? I was getting excess amount of acid reflux and i got antral gastritis. Which means i got high stomach acid. Doctor has given ppi. Gastritis has reduced. But I am still getting acid reflux. Now, the food is not digesting. Which means I got low stomach acid. How is

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Hi , My daughter is having vitamin b12 count as 27 . Pls suggest some medicines like strips or syrup. She is 12 year old with 50 kgs. Thanks ,

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Vitamin B12 level of 27 appears quite low and usually needs proper supplementation after clinical evaluation. Please consult your pediatrician/physician with the full report, CBC and symptoms histor ...  Read More

Male Age 20 Weight 85 kg Height 5' 6" Major problems: 1. Loose & irregular stool 2. Slow metabolism & digestion 3. Feeling dizzy & low memory 4. Sometimes pain in lower right abdomen (specially after eating something or drinking water) Minor problems: 1. Regular cramps in legs & hand fingers Past history: 1. Very bad sleep schedule

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First of all ,main cause of all of your problem is sedentary lifestyles and dietary habits.you need to change this first.for vitamins you can take supplements for it ,no issue .other things like tsh i ...  Read More

Hi doctors, My b12 level is 196... could you please suggest any vegetarian medicines which I can rJe to improve my b12 level.

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A Vitamin B12 level of 196 pg/mL is considered 'Borderline Deficient' (Normal range: 200–900 pg/mL). Since Vitamin B12 is primarily found in animal products, vegetarians are at a very high risk ...  Read More

Male. Age 20. Weight 85 kg. Height 5' 6" Major problems: 1. Loose & irregular stool 2. Slow metabolism & digestion 3. Feeling dizzy & low memory Minor problems: 1. Regular cramps in legs & hand fingers Past history: 1. Very bad sleep schedule from last 2 years 2. Very bad eating habit from last 2 years. Consumed lots of junk &

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ...  Read More

My father was diagnosed with Hypomania around 6 months back and is taking medication for the same since then and is feeling ok. The problem now is that he is having low sodium level i.e. 128 and low chloride 94. What medication should be given in place of Tazloc trio as it is reducing the electrolytes and what medication should be given to increase

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Give little table salt if not hypertensive. Also consult your treating physician ...  Read More

My B12 level is 148 which is quite low, will it be ok if I take Nurokind OD tablet for 3 months to increase by B12 level.

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U can Or inj neurobion forte one ample intramuscular in gluteal reason every alternate day for five injection ...  Read More

Hi Doctor, i have done my medical test today in which my vitamin d level is 13.7 and vitamin b12 is 167 . What supplement should i take to increase it ? I have attached my report also

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Hello, your reports suggest borderline low levels of the hormones as mentioned in the tests, however, we need to modify the treatment plan according to your symptoms, if they can settle on tablets or ...  Read More

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