Iron Poisoning

OVERVIEW

Iron poisoning is a self descriptive condition.

WHY IS IT A PROBLEM?

Excessive iron in the body will increase free radical production/lipid per oxidation, which in turn will impair various cellular processes throughout the body. This will ultimately lead to systemic manifestations (explained more below).

WHAT MAKES US SUSPECT IT?

Initial Presentation

 

CLINICAL WORKUP

 

ARCHIVE OF STANDARDIZED EXAM QUESTIONS 

This archive compiles standardized exam questions that relate to this topic.

 

Page Updated: 11.23.2016