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Iron overload disorders are diseases caused by iron accumulating in the body.¹ Also referred to as hemochromatosis, this medical condition allows the intestines to absorb excess iron over many years, resulting in large amounts of iron being stored in the organs of the body.² Eventually, damage to the organs will occur.²

Fast Facts:

• -- Organs usually affected are the liver, pancreas, pituitary gland and the heart.²
• -- Accidental ingestion can result in dangerously high levels of iron.
• --Acquired iron overload symptoms include fatigue, amenorrhea, changes in skin color, weight loss and depression.³

Top Resources on Iron Overload Disorder

• Wikipedia: Iron Overload Disorder | Haemochromatosis
• Iron Disorders Institute: Acquired Iron Overload
• Mayo Clinic: Hemochromatosis
• Healthwise (via WebMD): What Is Hereditary Hemochromatosis?
• MedicineNet: Iron Overload (Hemochromatosis) ... To Screen or Not to Screen?
• WrongDiagnosis: Iron Overload
• eMedTV: Hemochromatosis
• TheFreeDictionary: Iron Overload Definition
• National Heart Lung and Blood Institute: What Is Hemochromatosis?
• Answers.com: Hemochromatosis

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GuideWisdom and Fast Facts References

1. ↑ Wikipedia: Iron Overload Disorder
2. ↑ ^{2.0 2.1 2.2} eMedTV: Hemochromatosis
3. ↑ Iron Disorders Institute: Acquired Iron Overload

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