It helps ensure safe and effective treatment
Yes, it was awkward in the beginning, but over time I became comfortable and relaxed with my new routine
Lyophilised powder: freeze at -20 C or below immediately on receipt - stable for years Reconstituted solution: refrigerate at 28 C , use within 30 days , never freeze (ice crystals damage the peptide) Topical serums / creams: cool, dark storage
Some people might do well on lower doses of oral B12, but its important to watch and adjust
Updated C.M, A.K & J.B March 26 Who to refer: Patients with unexplained iron deficiency anaemia should be referred to GI as outlined in the Gastroenterology IDA RefHelp page As Menstruation is the most common cause of IDA in menstruating people under 50 years of age, then this group of patients can still be referred under the GI IDA Referral pathway, but they will be triaged to stool qFIT testing only and if double qFIT testing is negative they will not proceed to other GI investigations If under a parent specialty for bleeding symptoms, or with a clear organ system cause for iron deficiency, referral should be directed to the appropriate specialty
