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idiopathic hemochromatosis

 

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Noun idiopathic hemochromatosis has 1 sense
  1. classic hemochromatosis, idiopathic hemochromatosis - inherited form of hemochromatosis
    --1 is a kind of hemochromatosis, iron-storage disease, iron overload, bronzed diabetes

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Idiopathic Hemochromatosis

Description:

Idiopathic Hemochromatosis refers to a hereditary disorder characterized by excessive absorption of iron from the diet, leading to its buildup in various organs and tissues of the body.

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1:

Noun: A genetic disease causing increased iron absorption

Example sentence: Idiopathic hemochromatosis is most commonly seen in individuals of Northern European descent.

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Sense 2:

Adjective: Pertaining to or characteristic of idiopathic hemochromatosis

Example sentence: The patient's liver biopsy revealed idiopathic hemochromatosis-related damage.

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Sense 3:

Adjective: Occurring without known cause or origin; spontaneous

Example sentence: The doctor diagnosed the patient with idiopathic hemochromatosis, as no other underlying conditions could be identified.

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