Genetic variants can increase your need for riboflavin
Some people just dont absorb it very well due to a lack of a substance called intrinsic factor a protein produced in the stomach that binds to B12, helping it to be absorbed into the blood
They can assess your individual risk profile, review your current medications for potential interactions, and refer you to specialist services where appropriate
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However, the underlying cause of the condition will determine the exact treatment plan and the outlook for the individual
First described back in the 1950s, acne erupts in about one in ten people within days or even hours of getting an injection of vitamin B12, which then disappears rapidly when injection treatment is discontinued. At the time, we had no idea what the mechanism might be, and the problem remained unsolved until just a few years ago when we finally figured it out: Vitamin B12 modulates the gene expression of the skin bacteria that cause acne
