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I have been giving blood regularly due to hemochromatosis condition for over 20yrs. Just recently, it is becoming difficult, or impossible for the clinic to draw blood. The scar tissue and/or inability to access veins in the arm are making it difficult. I was not dyhydrated at all. What are my options?
Wed, 25 Apr 2018
Pathologist and Microbiologist, Dr. Siddartha's Response
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice.
Other than phlebotomies, iron chelators like deferoxamine are also available for management. It will reduce the iron load in the body.
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How Can Hemochromatosis Be Treated?
Hello and Welcome to ‘Ask A Doctor’ service. I have reviewed your query and here is my advice. Other than phlebotomies, iron chelators like deferoxamine are also available for management. It will reduce the iron load in the body. Please consult hematologist for better management. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Regards, Dr. Siddartha