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Anyone post-op have problems with Vit B deficiency due to the intrinsic factor problems from the stomach being cut? VIt B deficiences can be harmful and may contribute to depression and fatigue (something I already am dealing with pre-op).

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I am still pre-op but my surgeon has me on a Vitamin schedule for post op that includes a sublingual vit b

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I think most Drs think ahead on that. I am on a monthly B12 shot as well as a B1 pill everyday. Add that to my chewable Multivitamin, I think I should be ok lol. Talk to your dr about your worries. They will do what's best for your case.

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My Dr prescribed a B12 nasal spray. New I think. U absorb it best.

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Yup - I recently had my blood work done and met with my surgeon. Sure enough, B and Iron deficiency. Now I've added a super B and iron supplement to my daily Vitamin regime.

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Yep. I was really bad about taking my sublingual B12 post op - it just didn't seem important. After one year out I felt really run down, kinda depressed and was very forgetful. I had a panel run and was very deficient on B12 and Iron. Now I'm on B12 injections and a new Iron supplement. It's been a few months and I feel a million times better.

So yes, it's possible. I'd say that if you're concerned about this, be certain to get your panels done at six months, one year and beyond. I put the second panel off until I had an issue, when it could have been resolved sooner.

~Cheri

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Cheri,

Are you on B12 injections indefinately or will you go back to sublingual? Does insurance cover the injections?

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I was Vitamin b deficient before surgery. I take monthly shots and now test normal. Will your doc give you shots or pills?

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