Whats the best treatment for hemochromatosis?

Besides withdrawal of blood on a monthly basis.

Chelating agent like Deferoxamine

Iron cheleting agents.

Iron chelating agents may have improved of late, but in the past the blood withdrawal was considered superior. Watch your liver function and maintain a watch for diabetes which can be controlled. Watch your diet.

chelation and alos tapping blood regularly to reduce iron overload

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