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Does Injecting B12 In Error Require Medical Attention?

Posted on Fri, 24 Nov 2017

Question: Hi, i injected b12 into my husband vein by mistake . I forgot to aspirate. Is anything serious or is there anything to worry about

Answered by Dr. Robert Galamaga (15 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Followup

Detailed Answer:
Hello and thanks for the query.

There will most likely be no negative side effect of this particular oversight.

would recommend you observe the injection site for the. ext few days for any bruising.

Otherwise there should be no toxicity or problems that he should experience.

Thanks again for sending the query.

Sincerely,

Dr Galamaga

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Follow up: Dr. Robert Galamaga (16 minutes later)

Thanks a lot.. he has little bruise there now n little bit bump..is anything wrong?

Answered by Dr. Robert Galamaga (6 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
Followup.

Detailed Answer:
Not surprising to have a small bruise.

Put a warm compress on the area and continue to observe for now.

Sincerely,

Dr Galamaga

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Kampana

Follow up: Dr. Robert Galamaga (17 minutes later)

Ok thanks i am just worried ..nothing is serious right? He will be okay?

Answered by Dr. Robert Galamaga (6 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Followup

Detailed Answer:
Yes. should be fine.
If the injection site becomes swollen or if he develops fevers or chills then please see your doctor.

Sincerely,

Dr Galamaga

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Kampana