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Hemochromatosis |
Climbing Ferritin Levels08/21/2009 |
My ferritin was first tested 2 years ago and it was over 600. Last year it was over 700. This year its over 800. All other iron levels are normal. I do have arthritic inflammation in my body but this seems too high for that and regardless of the cause, the high ferritin levels can`t be good for my body. Is there something that I should be doing because my Dr. obviously doesn`t seem concerned by just checking it and watching it go up every year. Am I over reacting?
Certainly inflammation can cause the problem, but if you are still concerned about hemochromatosis, there is actually a genetic assay now that can be done. Please check with your doctor regarding this new test.
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Mark Wurster, MD Former Clinical Assistant Professor of Internal Medicine College of Medicine The Ohio State University |
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