What to Expect Before Getting a B12 Shot A nurse or doctor will confirm your deficiency Injection is usually given in the shoulder Slight pinch or sting for 23 seconds Possible brief dizziness or tingling Pre-shot tips: Eat something beforehand Wear loose clothing Stay seated for 10 minutes after What to Expect After Getting a B12 Shot Slight soreness at the injection site Redness or bruising (rare but not harmful) Headache or tiredness in the first 24 hours Most feel normal or better after 12 days Aftercare: Drink water Avoid strenuous activity if dizzy Monitor for swelling or allergy signs Alternatives to B12 Injections: Supplements and Food Sources Not everyone wants or needs a shot
Careful screening and imaging review are essential
They state that they feel crummy from the moment they wake up to the moment they lie down, and they have a lowered pain threshold to pressure over multiple areas of the body
They are also beneficial for individuals with poor dietary intake of B12 (including vegetarians and vegans), older adults with reduced absorption, patients with digestive conditions like Crohns disease or celiac disease, and those managing conditions like anemia, sciatica, or peripheral neuropathy
Department of Pathology, Hackensack University Medical Centre
This is because it can lower the amount of statin in your blood, making it less effective at lowering cholesterol
