This table lists symptoms that people with this disease may have. For most diseases, symptoms will vary from person to person. People with the same disease may not have all the symptoms listed. This information comes from a database called the Human Phenotype Ontology (HPO) . The HPO collects information on symptoms that have been described in medical resources. The HPO is updated regularly. Use the HPO ID to access more in-depth information about a symptom.
| Medical Terms | Other Names | Learn More: HPO ID |
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| 80%-99% of people have these symptoms | ||
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Excessive buildup of connective tissue and scarring of liver at birth
|
0002612 | |
| Elevated transferrin saturation | 0012463 | |
| Increased serum ferritin |
High ferritin level
Elevated serum ferritin
Increased serum ferritin level
Increased ferritin
[ more ]
|
0003281 |
| 30%-79% of people have these symptoms | ||
| Arthropathy |
Disease of the joints
|
0003040 |
| 0000819 | ||
| Dilated |
Stretched and thinned heart muscle
|
0001644 |
| Elevated hepatic transaminase |
High liver enzymes
|
0002910 |
| Generalized hyperpigmentation | 0007440 | |
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Decreased activity of gonads
|
0000135 | |
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Difficulty getting a full erection
Difficulty getting an erection
[ more ]
|
0000802 | |
| Lethargy | 0001254 | |
| Muscle weakness |
Muscular weakness
|
0001324 |
| 5%-29% of people have these symptoms | ||
| Abnormality of endocrine pancreas physiology | 0012093 | |
| 0000939 | ||
| 1%-4% of people have these symptoms | ||
| Cardiomyopathy |
Disease of the heart muscle
|
0001638 |
| Cirrhosis |
Scar tissue replaces healthy tissue in the liver
|
0001394 |
| Hepatomegaly |
Enlarged liver
|
0002240 |
| Hypogonadotropic hypogonadism | 0000044 | |
| Increased serum iron | 0003452 | |
| Percent of people who have these symptoms is not available through HPO | ||
| Amenorrhea |
Abnormal absence of menstruation
|
0000141 |
| Arrhythmia |
Abnormal heart rate
Heart rhythm disorders
Irregular heart beat
Irregular heartbeat
[ more ]
|
0011675 |
|
Joint inflammation
|
0001369 | |
| 0000007 | ||
| Azoospermia |
Absent sperm in semen
|
0000027 |
| Congestive heart failure |
Cardiac failure
Cardiac failures
Heart failure
[ more ]
|
0001635 |
| Hyperpigmentation of the skin |
Patchy darkened skin
|
0000953 |
| Infertility | 0000789 | |
| Splenomegaly |
Increased spleen size
|
0001744 |
| Young adult onset | 0011462 | |
Making a diagnosis for a genetic or rare disease can often be challenging. Healthcare professionals typically look at a person’s medical history, symptoms, physical exam, and laboratory test results in order to make a diagnosis. The following resources provide information relating to diagnosis and testing for this condition. If you have questions about getting a diagnosis, you should contact a healthcare professional.
If you need medical advice, you can look for doctors or other healthcare professionals who have experience with this disease. You may find these specialists through advocacy organizations, clinical trials, or articles published in medical journals. You may also want to contact a university or tertiary medical center in your area, because these centers tend to see more complex cases and have the latest technology and treatments.
If you can’t find a specialist in your local area, try contacting national or international specialists. They may be able to refer you to someone they know through conferences or research efforts. Some specialists may be willing to consult with you or your local doctors over the phone or by email if you can't travel to them for care.
You can find more tips in our guide, How to Find a Disease Specialist. We also encourage you to explore the rest of this page to find resources that can help you find specialists.
Related diseases are conditions that have similar signs and symptoms. A health care provider may consider these conditions in the table below when making a diagnosis. Please note that the table may not include all the possible conditions related to this disease.
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Conditions with similar signs and symptoms from Orphanet
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Differential diagnosis includes hemochromatosis type 3 (see this term) and post-transfusional iron overload in the case of hematological diseases such as thalassemia major, sickle cell disease, and other rare anemias (see these terms).
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Support and advocacy groups can help you connect with other patients and families, and they can provide valuable services. Many develop patient-centered information and are the driving force behind research for better treatments and possible cures. They can direct you to research, resources, and services. Many organizations also have experts who serve as medical advisors or provide lists of doctors/clinics. Visit the group’s website or contact them to learn about the services they offer. Inclusion on this list is not an endorsement by GARD.
Living with a genetic or rare disease can impact the daily lives of patients and families. These resources can help families navigate various aspects of living with a rare disease.
These resources provide more information about this condition or associated symptoms. The in-depth resources contain medical and scientific language that may be hard to understand. You may want to review these resources with a medical professional.
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