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Through the question and statement you gave on the above section, I completely understand your concern over this matter. For your information, genarally treatment for primary hemochromatosis is done by removing blood so that iron levels return to normal which also known as phlebotomy. Other treatments include, chelation therapy which is medication use to remove iron from the blood and release it through urine or poop. Chelation therapy is done when phlebotomy cannot be done in certain conditions. Having a change in diet also can be used to treat hemochromatosis.

Low iron level or iron deficiency can occur in cases of:

• Not getting enough iron in diet
• Blood loss as in heavy menstrual periods, regular blood donation, regular nosebleeds
• Exercise
• Inability to absorb iron

Thus the occurence of hemochromatosis and low iron levels can occur under certain conditions. But these are only general explanation over the matter. To get a proper diagnosis a few information and examination should be done.

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