Is hemochromatosis a critical illness? The difference between chronic and critical
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Hereditary hemochromatosis, the most common genetic form of the disease, affects approximately 1 in 200 Caucasians but is typically a manageable chronic condition. However, the question of 'is hemochromatosis a critical illness' becomes relevant when the condition is left untreated, allowing progressive iron overload to damage vital organs and lead to life-threatening complications.
