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Am coming round to the conclusion that perhaps deficiencies in B12 and vitamin D are part of my partner’s problem having followed other people’s experiences on the forum and looking at the symptoms….can see definite similarities ….
One of my main reasons for thinking that B12 may be an issue is his long term use of metformin and now being on the maximum dose of 2000mg per day........Metformin can cause malabsorption issues and a deficiency in B12 can cause neuropathy symptoms......neuropathy is one of his problems as is tiredness / fatigue / depression /memory problems......
On this basis I have the following questions…
- Am seeing the GP next week so will mention this and ask whether blood tests already done have tested for this….if not, will request a blood test to check for this….
- In the meantime though would it be OK to look at getting some supplements for B12 and vitamin D…would it do any harm to start taking these without knowing what current levels are…
- Is there any reason not to take these supplements such as conflicts with current prescribed medication …would probably check it out with our local pharmacist first….
- Where is the best place to get these supplements and what strength should I be looking for….
Any advice would be appreciated, thanks
@this is too difficult two @donnellysdogs @Scouser58
Just following on from my earlier questions about B12 and vitamin D deficiencies….
My partner has an appointment this afternoon with his GP where I was going to ask about blood tests for B12 and D…..he has recently had a blood test for the following:
Full Blood Count
Bone profile
Reactive Protein
Liver Function Tests
….the reason given by the GP for these blood tests being requested was “worsening hip and groin pain, compare xray to last years”….(should also have results of xray today)....
…just wondered if the B12 and D will show up in any of these or whether it is something that has to be requested separately and specifically…
…also any suggestions as to what the above blood tests will show and what the GP is looking for in requesting these….
Thanks
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