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Edited. are there any supplements or foods that help with hemochromatosis and lowering iron levels. is regular blood donation the best way to tackle it?

Q: edited. are there any supplements or foods that help with hemochromatosis and lowering iron levels. is regular blood donation the best way to tackle it?

: Your condition requires supervision and treatment from a Hematologist. Supplements are in general not helpful in your condition- even if any claim to be

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Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

Your condition requires supervision and treatment from a Hematologist. Supplements are in general not helpful in your condition- even if any claim to be

Dr Ferguson agreed

Answered 8/1/2023

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A member asked:

Edited. are there any supplements or foods that help with hemochromatosis and lowering iron levels. is regular blood donation the best way to tackle it?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

Dr Ferguson agreed

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