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What Part Of The Body Does Hemochromatosis Affect?

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What Part Of The Body Does Hemochromatosis Affect? Hereditary hemochromatosis (he-moe-kroe-muh-TOE-sis) causes your body to absorb too much iron from the food you eat. Excess iron is stored in your organs, especially your liver, heart and pancreas. Too much iron can lead to life-threatening conditions, such as liver disease, heart problems and diabetes. How does

How Hemochromatosis Screening Can Improve Population Health?

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How Hemochromatosis Screening Can Improve Population Health? An estimated 10 percent of the U.S. population carries the gene. Who should be screened for hemochromatosis? Preventive Screening You should be screened if you have a first-degree relative with hereditary hemochromatosis and you are between 18 and 30 years of age. The risk of organ damage increases