Is there much benefit on a B12 shots for a 14yr old cat

B12 shots recommended for 14 yr. old cat with chronic pancreatitis. much benefit? Is there much of a benefit? This cat has been through radiation and other 2 years ago for parathyroid removal. I wish to keep him unstressed. Opinion?

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    By: Julie Ann El Segundo, CA

    Replied on 04/19/2011

    The cause of pancreatitis in cats is often unknown but inflammatory bowel disease (IBD)  can be an underlying cause. Vitamin B12 is sometimes recommended in treating IBD due to the decreased absorption of B vitamins from the intestinal tract and B vitamins also help stimulate the appetite.  B vitamins are often added to SQ fluids given at home or to IV fluids administered in the hospital.  At worst they may not help but they also will cause no harm, are inexpensive and for some patients can make a significant difference in managing their disease.  If B vitamins are given as an injection not mixed into either SQ or IV fluids they do sting.  This can be avoided by diluting the dose in 5-6cc saline and giving as a SQ injection. 

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