Hereditary haemochromatosis Flashcards
1
Q
Why does hereditary haemochromatosis tend to present later in females?
A
Menstrual bleeding is protective
2
Q
Features of hereditary haemochromatosis? (5)
A
Jaundice Hepatomegaly Diabetes Arthritis Hypogonadism
3
Q
Carrier rate?
A
1/10
4
Q
Tests for HH? (4)
A
Increased serum ferritin, serum iron
HFE genotyping
Liver biopsy
Blood glucose
5
Q
Management of HH?
A
Venesection weekly until mildly iron deficient; maintenance venesection for life
