Get Virtual Care
For Businesses
About Us
A member asked:
Haemachromatosis what is this?
A doctor has provided 1 answer
Excess iron: Hemochromatosis is due to a common genetic variation and usually affects middle aged men and post menopausal women. The body absorbs more iron even when there is sufficient iron. The excess iron damages liver, pancreas, heart, adrenal and skin among other organs. See this site for more info. http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hemochromatosis/basics/definition/con-20023606.
Answered 1/27/2014
4.5k views
Thank
Related Questions
A member asked:
What are some of the symptoms of hemochromatosis?
10 doctors weighed in across 7 answers
Didn't find what you're looking for?
90,000 U.S. doctors in 147 specialties are here to answer your questions or offer you advice, prescriptions, and more.
Ask your questionMore of what we treat
Content on HealthTap (including answers) should not be used for medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment, and interactions on HealthTap do not create a doctor-patient relationship. Never disregard or delay professional medical advice in person because of anything on HealthTap. Call your doctor or 911 if you think you may have a medical emergency.
HIPAASecure
SOC 2 Type 2Certified
JCAHOAccredited
Download HealthTap
Video visit and message your doctor
