Hemochromatosis

Authored by David Conrad

Hemochromatosis is a genetic disease in which your body stores too much iron.  Unless treated, the disease can damage the major organs.  With treatment, patients can assume normal life expectancy.

Centers for Disease Control

Iron Disorders Institute

• Iron Disorders Institute
• Diet Information (pdf)
• Guide to Iron Tests (pdf)

Other Resources

• MedLine Hemochromatosis Resources
• NIH Genetic Information
• Hemochromatosis Foundation
• American Hemochromatosis Society
• Mayo Clinic Hemochromatosis Information
• Iron Overload Diseases Association