If a patient is truly deficient and cannot absorb oral B12, injections are lifesaving and the benefits outweigh the small risk
Nutrient Deficiencies and Lab Results Low levels of B12, B6, or other B vitamins might warrant an initial round of weekly or biweekly injections until levels stabilize
Blood tests, like serum B12 levels and complete blood counts, are key to making these decisions
IV therapy involves delivering fluids directly into the bloodstream, bypassing the digestive system and allowing for rapid absorption of fluids and electrolytes
It promotes formation of new blood vessels, reduces oxidative stress markers, and modulates the nitric oxide system (Hsieh et al., 2017)
The research is promising, but the approval isn't there, and people are making their own choices