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Juvenile hemochromatosis (ju·ve·nile - he·mo·chro·ma·to·sis) is a condition that is present at birth (congenital), but is typically not diagnosed until later in life. Hemochromatosis is, however, sometimes diagnosed between the ages of 15 and 30. This is known as juvenile hemochromatosis.
214-456-8000
Fax: 214-456-8005
469-497-2505
F: 469-497-2511
469-488-7000
Fax: 469-488-7001
469-303-5000
Fax: 214-867-9511
Hemochromatosis is an inherited condition that causes the body to absorb too much iron from foods.
Early symptoms
Later symptoms
Hemochromatosis is a condition that is present at birth (congenital), but is typically not diagnosed until later in life – generally around age 50 or 60. Hemochromatosis is, however, sometimes diagnosed between the ages of 15 and 30. This is known as juvenile hemochromatosis.
In a person with this condition, the body absorbs too much iron from foods. In turn, that extra iron is stored in the organs, including the liver, heart and pancreas. Extra iron in these organs can cause serious problems, such as liver disease, heart problems and diabetes.
Hemochromatosis is hereditary (passed down in families) through a mutated gene.