Iron overload, characterized by elevated serum ferritin levels, has long been associated with various systemic complications, yet its impact on skeletal health has not been as well understood. A ...

Higher iron levels may be directly linked to more severe and widespread gum disease, even after adjusting for other possible risk factors, according to a large study recently published in the Journal ...

Patients with serum ferritin levels higher than 1000 μg/L show a 91% increased risk for any fracture, with a doubled risk for vertebral and humerus fractures compared with those without iron overload.

In the rush of balancing work, home, and personal life, women sometimes overlook their own health. Fatigue, mood swings, or even hair fall are brushed off as “normal.” But many of these small signs ...

Dear Dr. Roach: When I was diagnosed with hemochromatosis, my doctor explained that a ferritin level of 380 ng/mL was too high. I am a male and would like to know if I need to continue getting ...

Iron is an essential element that plays a crucial role in various cellular processes including enzymatic activity, DNA repair, and oxygen transfer. To determine an individual’s iron status, clinicians ...