Hemochromatosis type 2

Hemochromatosis type 2:

Hemochromatosis type 2: Introduction

Hemochromatosis type 2: A rare genetic disorder where too much iron is absorbed from food and it is stored in various parts of the body which can cause damage. Type 2 is a more severe type, has a juvenile onset and is inherited recessively. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Hemochromatosis type 2 is available below.

Symptoms of Hemochromatosis type 2

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Reduced sex hormone secretion
Absent sex hormone secretion
Delayed puberty in males
Impotence in males
Fatigue
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Treatments for Hemochromatosis type 2

Early diagnosis and treatment are important as life expectancy is normal if the condition is treated before complications develop
Phlebotomy (bloodletting) - initially 500ml per week until serum iron levels are normal and haemoglobin is <110g/L, then usually every 3-4 months depending on blood test results
Normal diet, but avoiding large quantities of iron rich foods such as red meat and organs
Avoid iron supplements
Vitamin C intake in the diet should not be discouraged, but supplements should be avoided or limited to <500mg/day
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Home Diagnostic Testing

Home medical testing related to Hemochromatosis type 2:

Fatigue: Related Home Tests:
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Hemochromatosis type 2: Deaths

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Hemochromatosis type 2: Complications

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Heart disease by the age of 30 if untreated
Arthritis
Diabetes
Liver cirrhosis
Liver failure
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Causes of Hemochromatosis type 2

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Disease Topics Related To Hemochromatosis type 2

Research the causes of these diseases that are similar to, or related to, Hemochromatosis type 2:

Genetic disorder
Ferroportin disease
Adult-onset disorders
Juvenile onset disorders
Type 2 hemochromatosis
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Less Common Symptoms of Hemochromatosis type 2

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Hemochromatosis type 2: Undiagnosed Conditions

Commonly undiagnosed diseases in related medical categories:

Fatigue Disorders -- serious diseases that may be undiagnosed:
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Misdiagnosis and Hemochromatosis type 2

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