Hemochromatosis Flashcards
What is a disease of iron overload and can be known as the “Bronze diabetic with arthritis and cirrhosis?”
Hemochromatosis
What kind of stress does iron overload cause?
Oxidative stress
T/F: Most patients with hemochromatosis are “asymptomatic”
True
Who is more prevalent to acquiring hemochromatosis?
M=F
How much serum Ferritin is there in women with hemochromatosis?
<200mcg/L
How much serum Ferritin is there in men with hemochromatosis?
<300mcg/L
If Serum Ferritin is elevated, what other test should you order?
CRP
What is the radiographic presentation of Hemochromatosis?
Hook like osteophytes at the metacarpal heads
What diet changes must the patient partake in with hemochromatosis?
Decrease Vitamin C and iron and avoid alcohol