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High B12 level

I am an active 69 year old female. Recent bloodwork revealed a B12 level of 1694 and a folic acid level of 20.My  homocysteine level is 10.7.
    My internist has no explanation for the high B12 level and does not seem concerned.I am.Do you have an explanation?
     Thank you.





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Ok so if it's determined that your Vitamin B12 levels are high, for reasons other than supplementation, and you have peripheral neuropathy, muscle pain, and fatigue what should be done next? The stupid doctors I have seen don't have a clue. I need answers and solutions. I do know I was diagnosed with MTHFR gene mutation after having 4 miscarriages. I do take folate and a baby aspirin every day, as this was suggested to prevent complications of low folate due to my body not absorbing it correctly. I think my body is not absorbing B12 right either, as my level was well over 1999 the last time it was checked about 6 months ago.
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I just got high B1 and I have Crohn disease and my doctor did not seem concern with level 1685.  My other blood work was good even my D level came up. I wish I can be more of help. I to have same question.
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My wife had problem of cramps in leg. She is 62. Doctors advised many vitamins but the problem continued. I read about yellow mustard and started since last week and she is excellent with that treatment.
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Thank you!!!!!!  I read all these comments and wonder where the drs heads are???  It would be FAR better to ere on the side of caution and be checked for the diseases and ailments that contribute to high B12 levels than to be shrugged off saying "Oh,.that's just fine! No need to worry!!!!
BALONEY!!!!
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Thank you!!!!!!  I read all these comments and wonder where the drs heads are???  It would be FAR better to ere on the side of caution and be checked for the diseases and ailments that contribute to high B12 levels than to be shrugged off saying "Oh,.that's just fine! No need to worry!!!!
BALONEY!!!!
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last time i had my bloodwork done my b12 was over 8500, that was about a year ago...im going for a test in two days and interested to see the results. i was just wondering if anyone else with high levels has experienced any adverse effects.my blood pressure is 111/50 p62...but i take lots of antioxidants eat fresh and exercise
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