Understanding Vitamin B12 Vitamin B12 which is also referred to as cobalamin, is a vital water-soluble vitamin, which is essential to different body processes
A patch test before full application can identify potential sensitivities
Peripherally, pancytopenia is most often observed, but only 12 of the major cell types (erythrocytes, leukocytes, platelets) may be depressed in some cases
In one case study, a 5 month old breastfed infant of a vegan mother (who actually received a prenatal vitamin containing 96% of her daily needs of B12 throughout her pregnancy) presented with many of the above symptoms and required a 19 day hospital stay to stabilize
A healthcare provider adjusts the schedule based on follow-up blood work and symptom response
A 2020 study found that those with vitamin B12 deficiency may present with cognitive disorder, though the deficiency was not shown to be a direct risk factor for cognitive decline ( However, results have been mixed and treatment with vitamin B12 wasnt effective at improving brain function in people with normal brain function ( Depression Its been suggested that there may be a link between low vitamin B12 levels and depression
