vitamin B12

 I've been receiving B12 shots for the last 5 months.  I keep hearing about all the extra energy we are suppose to have after the shots.  I don't.  I'm beginning to think there is something wrong.  

I asked the nurse when the energy is suppose to kick in and she said shortly after I get the shot, like within a day.  Well, the last three times I notice that within two days I have a hard time staying awake.  At first I thought I wasn't getting enough sleep or something else has been going on.

I had a shot on Monday.  The day was normal... Tues was busy but nothing unusual.  Wed, Thurs. and today I keep wanting to lay down and sleep.  Actually, am having a hard time staying awake.

Has anyone else had this type of problem?  Am I missing something here?  Any ideas?

Millie

Millie,

I don't get the shots, instead, my dietitian said to take the B-12 sublingual twice a day. Total 5000 mg a day. It seems to be different for everybody and depends on labs, the doctor and dietitian. Just like every thing else concerning  WLS.

I have spells of feeling like I can't stay awake too. It starts with a feeling of extreme cold, then I have trouble keeping my eyes open. There is no pattern for time of day, activity or eating. It just happens.

Good luck. I hope somebody else pops in and can help.

Annette

 Thank You Annette,

I just don't know enough about the vitamin.  It may be a coincidence but it sure seems to be following a pattern.

Millie

It may not be the B12 thats the problem. You may be iron deficient, or potassium. I get that way when my potassium is low. Hav eyou had labs done recently? You might ask your doc about it.

Just my 2 cents.

Blessings
Betsy

Where do you apply for membership to the 100 pound club?

 Just had my labs done so I will find out soon.  Never thought of iron.  I eat a lot of bananas so potassium should be ok..... 

thanks for the input....  I appreciate it.

Millie

I've read several times and from reputable sources that we'd have to eat about a zillion (maybe not quite, but a lot) of bananas to get enough potassium from those. My husband takes an over the counter supplement of potassium which seems to have helped his leg cramps.

 Ohhhhh,  Hmmmm,   I'll look into this.  Thanks for the info.... every little bit helps.

Millie

I've never had a "power surge" from my shots. I do weekly, so I hope it's because i'm holding a steady good level vs. dropping thru the floor and the shot sending me skyward. I'd rather be reaching for the sky daily.

Folic and/iron and/or D/Calcium and/or protein can all be dragging you down, as well.

There are support group meetings here in Puyallup this week, Tues/Wed 7pm, support persons welcome. It'd be interesting to toss that concept around.

 Hi Michelle,

I had labs done recently but don't have the results back yet.  It'll be interesting to see what they show.   Last April I was fine...  

How often are the support meetings in Puyallup?  And where?  I will not be able to attend this week but maybe the next ones I can make.

Thanks for the information.

Millie