Could It Be B12?: An Epidemic of Misdiagnoses by Sally M. Pacholok RN, Jeffrey J. Stuart DO
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Book Reviews of Could It Be B12?: An Epidemic of Misdiagnoses
Book Review: Educate Yourself About B12 Deficiency. This Book Says It All!
Summary: 5 Stars
It seems the medical community has forgotten about the importance of B12 over the years. This book not only brings back some of the basics concerning B12 but you will also learn things you never knew before about the signs of B12 deficiency and the devastating effect it can have on your health if not treated in a timely manner. The authors of this book have done extensive research and have accurately reported the facts. If I had read this book sooner, I would have been informed and my husband would not be suffering from the neurological brain damage he has now due to his malabsorption of B12. The knowledge you will gain from this book could save a life. B12 deficiency is not uncommon but it is easy to diagnose and inexpensive to treat. Without treatment, the results of B12 deficiency can be devastating. Bravo to Sally Pacholok, R.N. and Dr. Jeffrey Stuart for staying committed to spreading the word about a health care issue that could save lives. I believe after you read this book you will want to spread the word too!!!Book Review: What makes a good book
Summary: 5 Stars
Some books are fun reading, and some books address deep philosophical questions, but others can directly save and improve lives. This book is of the latter type. It discusses the difficulties involved in diagnosing and treating B12 deficiency, which isn't as simple as grabbing the right pill from the store shelf. It also contains rather spirited discussion of a common doctors' dilemma: what to do with patients that have vague symptoms but who keep coming back? Some doctors consider them to be paranoid "drug seekers" while others keep looking for problems. To be fair, many such patients probably are paranoid naturally, but on the other hand--what does it hurt to test for a deficiency in a water-soluble vitamin? Reading this book can literally improve your life, if you are suffering from vague syndromes such as "near-fibromyalgia," "chronic fatigue," "treatment-resistant depression," dysthymia, and similar conditions.Book Review: Important and timely
Summary: 5 Stars
As the population grows older, age-related diseases are going to become more prevalent. Wouldn't it be better to nip them in the bud ahead of time? This book details a mostly silent epidemic that, if not recognized, is going to cause a lot of problems in the coming years. What's sad is that B12 deficiency is treatable... if it is caught.
This book is a fascinating read, and important for everyone. The tests for B12 deficiency are basic (if you can get your doctor to listen to you), and the treatment is no more complicated.
My only complaint is that I would have liked more information on B12 analogues and their possible effects on the body (and on the tests!). That information would be of interest to vegetarians and others who may be eating a lot of foods with this "false B12". Other than that, I would recommend this book to anyone who has a body.
Book Review: Excellent and timely information.
Summary: 5 Stars
Clients shared this with me, and I'm glad they did. One of them was the victim of undiagnosed B12-deficiency and he suffered with neurological and physical symptoms that are only partially reversed because of misdiagnosis and the delay in correct diagnosis.
I began taking methylcobalamin (1000 mcg, sublingual) three times a day for several weeks, since I was concerned about my own levels of B12 and some mild neurological symptoms I was having. Within a few weeks, the symptoms disappeared and have not returned.
I didn't get tested before taking the methylcobalamin, for various reasons, but I would have if my symptoms had been severe. How many other people will not be able to replenish their B12 supply because they will not get a proper diagnosis and will become seriously disabled?
Share this book with your family and your physicians!
Book Review: Excellent handbook on B12.
Summary: 5 Stars
Before the availability of the internet for easier research, I never found a good explanation of the workings of B12 in the body (for non-medically-trained people to understand). Most of the physicians I encountered had no good working knowledge of Pernicious Anemia.
This book is an excellent reference for how B12 works, why it is essential that it be absorbed properly, and a long list of other considerations, including possible serious wrong diagnoses, in which B12 mal-absorption should be examined.
Other reviewers have pointed out the readability, devotion to accuracy, and the helpful tone of this useful book. If you or a loved one has any condition related to B12, I think you will be glad to read this book. For some of us, this knowledge will make the difference between a healthy life and a miserable one.