[6] [25] At levels only slightly below normal, deficiency can result in fatigue, headaches, feeling faint, rapid breathing, pale skin, numbness or tingling, poor appetite, heartburn, poor balance, difficulty walking, poor reflexes, blurred vision, memory problems, depression, irritability, inattention, cognitive decline, dementia, and even psychosis
What can go wrong Pain, swelling and a small lump The most common outcome of a rushed or badly angled injection is local irritation: soreness, redness, a small firm lump or a bruise
The Pickart 2018 review documented effects on collagen synthesis, anti-inflammatory signaling, nerve regeneration, and stem cell recruitment (Pickart et al., Int J Mol Sci, 2018)
Use amber glass vials or store in opaque containers inside the refrigerator