Older Adults: As we age, our bodies may have difficulty absorbing vitamin B12 from food, increasing the risk of deficiency
Seek urgent medical attention (via NHS 111 or 999 in an emergency) if you experience severe or persistent abdominal pain, persistent vomiting, signs of dehydration (such as dizziness, reduced urination, or extreme thirst), or symptoms suggestive of low blood sugar (such as shakiness, sweating, or confusion)
Seek medical attention if irritation persists
This test uses a radioactive form of B12 to see if your body has enough intrinsic factor
Dietary sources of B12 are almost exclusively animal-derived and include: Meat and poultry Fish and shellfish Dairy products and eggs Fortified foods such as certain breakfast cereals and plant-based milks B12 is absorbed in the small intestine with the help of a protein called intrinsic factor , produced by the stomach lining
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