pathology in which iron accumulates in the tissues; characterized by bronzed skin and enlarged liver and diabetes mellitus and abnormalities of the pancreas and the joints
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hemochromatosis::noun | Spocien Dictionary
| Type | Words |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | bronzed diabetes, iron-storage disease, iron overload |
| Type of | pathology |
| Has types | acquired hemochromatosis, classic hemochromatosis, idiopathic hemochromatosis |
Examples of hemochromatosis
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The mutation for the most common form of hemochromatosis was identified in 1996.
From the sciencedaily.com
I love them both, but I suffer from a genetic condition known as hemochromatosis.
From the guardian.co.uk
Hemochromatosis is estimated to cause disease in between 0.3 and 0.8% of Caucasians.
From the en.wikipedia.org
Similarly, a person with hemochromatosis should not be administered iron preparations.
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These include hemochromatosis and hepatitis C. Treatment of iron overload may be required.
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I checked my son's and it stated that he was a carrier for hemochromatosis, I was upset.
From the techcrunch.com
At the very least, anyone with a family member who has hemochromatosis should get tested.
From the time.com
This has become accepted in cystic fibrosis, hemochromatosis and various other disorders.
From the en.wikipedia.org
Hilderbrand had hemochromatosis, a genetic disorder that causes too much iron to be absorbed.
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- Pathology in which iron accumulates in the tissues; characterized by bronzed skin and enlarged liver and diabetes mellitus and abnormalities of the pancreas and the joints
- In medicine, iron overload indicates accumulation of iron in the body due to any cause.
- A metabolic disorder causing iron deposits in the body, also called bronze diabetes
- A hereditary disorder that causes your body tissues to absorb and store too much iron. One cannot "catch" Hemochromatosis. It is a hereditary condition, primarily. ...
- A disease with excessive storage of iron, especially in the liver and other tissues, including the pancreas and skin; it may be genetic or the result of repeated transfusions. Pancreatic involvement may sometimes lead to destruction of islet cells and to a secondary form of diabetes. ...
- A condition in which the body absorbs more iron from food than it needs. The extra iron is stored in and may damage the liver, heart, and pancreas. It may cause organ failure, cancer, heart problems, and liver disease. ...
- A metabolic disorder that causes increased absorption of iron, which is deposited in the body tissues and organs. The iron accumulates in the body where it may become toxic and cause damage.
- The disease that occurs as a result of significant iron overload. Hemochromatosis can have genetic and nongenetic causes.
- An often overlooked ailment associated with iron in drinking water.
