For those sensitive to needles, a numbing cream may be applied to the injection site to reduce any discomfort during the procedure
Guideline 6: Special Population Considerations When figuring out B12 injection dosages and how often to give them, special groups need special care
They are not interchangeable, and the choice depends on symptoms, blood results, and clinical judgement
Anaphylaxis is a severe reaction to a trigger, such as an allergy, and is potentially life threatening
Of course, older adults, people over age 50 in particular, tend to have the lowest B12 levels, though vegetarians and those who have undergone gastric bypass surgery are also at a higher risk
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