What’s the treatment for HH?

The condition that causes iron overload cannot be cured, but it can
be controlled by therapeutic phlebotomy. The procedure is very similar
as when you donate blood. A nurse takes about a pint of blood from a
vein in your arm. The procedure takes about an hour.

Ask your doctor if he or she can perform the therapeutic phlebotomy at
the doctor’s office. If your doctor does not provide that type of service
you may want to contact your local blood bank and ask if they offer
therapeutic phlebotomies. Usually you will be required to pay a fee for
the service. We have compiled a list of facilities that provide phlebotomy
services for your convenience.

Many times this procedure is covered by health insurance. To determine
if the procedure is covered call your insurance company and ask them
if therapeutic phlebotomies are covered. For more information
on treatment visit:

www.cdc.gov

www.webmd.com

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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