Hereditary Haemachromatosis Flashcards

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What is inheitance pattenr of hereditary haemachromatosis?

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Autosomal recessive

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What is the triad of HH?

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Cirrhosis
Diabetes
Bronzed Hyperpigmentation

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What is pathology of HH?

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Excess Fe deposited in liver, pancreas, pituitary, heart and parathyroids

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WHat is treatment of HH?

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Insulin

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