Signs & Symptoms
Gastroenterology
Hemochromatosis
Hemochromatosis
Signs and Symptoms
Symptoms of hemochromatosis develop at an earlier age in men than in women, because until the onset of menopause, women lose iron through menstruation, which compensates for an inherited tendency to accumulate iron. It is important to note, however, that some people do not experience any symptoms.
Common symptoms of the disease include:
- Joint pain
- Fatigue
- Lack of energy
- Abdominal pain
- Loss of sex drive
- Heart problems
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