A Word of Caution

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Like many others on here, I have endured numerous tests over the last couple of

years - most of which have come back in the normal range.

I say 'most' because an exception in my case was a blood test for serum

ferritin, which on two separate occasions has come back showing I have higher

than normal readings. The reference range for a man is anywhere between 12-300,

and for a woman 12-250. In my case, both readings were approaching 600.

A rheumatologist is investigating further for me, particularly into the

possibility of me having a genetic condition known as Haemochromatosis. This

condition can result in a myriad of symptoms, and is well known to affect organs

including the THYROID gland. Here is a link for information.

http://www.netdoctor.co.uk/diseases/facts/haemochromatosis.htm

The good news is that if detected relatively early, the treatment

(blood-letting) is usually safe and effective.

I'm still waiting to hear if I have the disease, but if so it would explain many

of the baffling symptoms that have surfaced in recent times.