Has anyone tried B-12 injections to help with energy post-op?

[klovitt0171 9]

I'm 9 weeks post-op & still tire easily & have low energy. I was considering b-12 injections to see if it would help- thoughts?

[jjinWA 511]

Have your blood work done and include B12 levels. Mine indicated my level was 186! Very very low. PCP prescribed B12 injections... First four weekly and then Monthly for a total of 6 months. Now after a little over 2 months I have over 16,000 steps each day. Made a world of difference.

[klovitt0171 9]

My levels were fine at 1 month post op but something has changed because I'm so tired & drained lately. Not sure how often I should be getting blood work done.

[Kindle 8,667]

Are you taking B12 sublingual? We can't absorb B12 in our intestines very well because the part of the stomach that produces intrinsic factor was removed. We need intrinsic factor in order to absorb oral B12. I was told B12 sublingual or injections...the sublingual are easy and don't require a Rx. But getting bloodwork done could tell you if that's the problem. Your regular doctor/PCP can order the tests.

Edited August 24, 2014 by Kindle

[klovitt0171 9]

I have not been taking anything but my chewable multi Vitamin because my one month post op blood work all came back ok. I might try taking it though & see if it helps. Thanks!

[bosslady46 51]

My pcp prescribed a monthly injection. It has made a world of difference in my energy levels.

[LindafromFlorida 1,542]

I'm 9 weeks post-op & still tire easily & have low energy. I was considering b-12 injections to see if it would help- thoughts?

We take the injections religiously for 8 months. I feel no different but feel they cannot hurt. Good luck. Linda

[klovitt0171 9]

I started taking the sublingual tablets & it seems to be helping some- have had more energy this week. Thanks everyone!!

[BG- 8]

My doc recommended and I take B12 sublingual. I'm not really down for non-required injections, so I get all I need through the sublingual tabs. They come in various doses, and B12 is non-toxic, so you can check with your doc or nutritionist to see what they think would be a good dosage for you.

[blondebomb 580]

I give myself a shot B12 wkly. ..have been for 3 yrs...it helps but I'm not where I'd like to b with energy an I doubt if I ever will be with all the diseases I have. But I can tell when I'm past due for one..

[klovitt0171 9]

Thanks everyone for your feedback! It's great to have others to talk to about this stuff! I started on sublingual this week & drinking The Believe Mocha Latte Protein Drinks which have a little caffeine & between those two things I've had more energy this week & felt like a normal person again. Thanks to all!!