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I am 82 years old and diabetic for the last more than 42 Years. Last fasting showed good control as HA1BC was 7.0Ian suffering from PDNP resulting in Pain in Foot Nerves. My B-12 is 1150 which is very High. I understand that this is Because of Excessive intake of Protein Diet .Pl advise whether I should eat Eggs or not. Further how to reduce B-12 to safer Levels.
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B12 even in excess is not harmful. So do not worry. Normal range is 211to 900. I have seen patients with 12000 B12 levels because they keep on having suppliments (Vitamines. Vit A & D in excess are harmful. Please write full for of PDNP.
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You can eat Egg white twice weekly without any harmful effects. Vit.B12 of 1150 is higher than normal but not in the toxic range. So kindly do not worry about it at present.
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