HealthCareMagic is now Ask A Doctor - 24x7 | https://www.askadoctor24x7.com

Get your health question answered instantly from our pool of 18000+ doctors from over 80 specialties
159 Doctors Online

By proceeding, I accept the Terms and Conditions

Dr. Andrew Rynne
MD
Dr. Andrew Rynne

Family Physician

Exp 50 years

HCM Blog Instant Access to Doctors
HCM BlogQuestions Answered
HCM Blog Satisfaction

How To Control High Iron Levels?

I have high iron levels idont eat red meat or chicken or processed meats I don t take any supplements with iron in them I exercise daily and for my age I train hard recently after training I get palpitations that can last for and affair period of time could this be related to my iron levels just had a blood test liver and kidnsys good
Mon, 28 Sep 2015
Report Abuse
Dietitian & Nutritionist,  's  Response
Please do not worry - it is not your fault as you describe it. Did your doctor tell you about hemochromatosis or iron overloading? Of course, it is up to doctor to make this diagnosis but your symptom description does sound like this disorder.

Continue to avoid supplements with iron in them, iron fortified foods, molasses and limit red meat until you discuss this possible diagnosis with the doctor so you can get an idea of exactly what is wrong, what to expect and treatment.

Irregular heart beats can be a consequence of iron overload. Please pursue clarification of this disorder as soon as possible because early intervention can prevent serious problems late in life.

Good luck! Feel free to keep me posted! Kathryn Shattler,MS,RDN
I find this answer helpful
Disclaimer: These answers are for your information only and not intended to replace your relationship with your treating physician.
This is a short, free answer. For a more detailed, immediate answer, try our premium service [Sample answer]
Share on
 

Related questions you may be interested in


Loading Online Doctors....
How To Control High Iron Levels?

Please do not worry - it is not your fault as you describe it. Did your doctor tell you about hemochromatosis or iron overloading? Of course, it is up to doctor to make this diagnosis but your symptom description does sound like this disorder. Continue to avoid supplements with iron in them, iron fortified foods, molasses and limit red meat until you discuss this possible diagnosis with the doctor so you can get an idea of exactly what is wrong, what to expect and treatment. Irregular heart beats can be a consequence of iron overload. Please pursue clarification of this disorder as soon as possible because early intervention can prevent serious problems late in life. Good luck! Feel free to keep me posted! Kathryn Shattler,MS,RDN