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My vitamin b12 level is 260 pg/ml. My doctor prescribed 1500 mcg (methylcobalamin) vitamin b12 dietary supplement for 3 months (daily one) I am also taking isotretinoin, I am at end of my course only 2 months left will taking vitamin b12 supplement aggregates acne again? Is my vb12 low can I increase with food (i am vegetarian) shall I take nutritional yeast instead of vb12 tablets I am scared taking tablets will again give me acne. I had taken vb12 injections year back and got acne at the same time for which I am taking isotretinoin.
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Yes. B 12 aggravate. However treatment depends on the grade. Acne or pimples. Due to hormonal changes. Oily skin causes it. Common in adolescent age. May occur in adults also. Food like oily foods, ice cream, chocolate and sweets increase it. Treatment depends on the grade of pimples or acne. So, please send photos by direct online consultation as it's a must to see which grade of pimples or acne for accurate diagnosis and treatment.
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I am also vegetarian without B12 supplement for vit B12 you can use milk,yogurt,dahi,sprouted salad etc..VitB12 supplement may aggravated your acne.
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