Hemochromatosis Symptoms

Brain Iron Levels

Brain Iron Levels in Hemochromatosis

Ferritin Level May Predict Progression in Alzheimer’s An article published January 17, 2017 on the medical website Medscape caught my attention regarding the potential consequences of prolonged iron overload. The article referenced a study entitled, “Association of Cerebrospinal Fluid Ferritin Level With Preclinical Cognitive Decline in APOE-ε4 Carriers“. While the article did not refer to …

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Hemochromatosis in Men

Hemochromatosis in Men

In This Article Hemochromatosis in Men One of the primary causes of high iron levels in men is the genetic condition of hemochromatosis. Also known as iron overload, this hereditary disorder causes the absorption of too much iron during digestion. Over time, iron levels can build up in the body and result in the development …

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Hemochromatosis in Women

Hemochromatosis in Women

How Do Women Experience the Symptoms of Hemochromatosis? In most health conditions, a woman’s experience may be different from a man. But what about in hemochromatosis?  Do women even have the same symptoms as men? Why does it seem like more men are diagnosed than women? And what about younger women who are still having …

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